Attention Greenwich, CT! The Greenwich Monopoly Board Game is finally here! Monopoly, the world’s most iconic board game now has a Greenwich, CT Edition! The Greenwich Monopoly is one of the first completely customized, geographic game boards created for the North American market by Top Trumps USA, Inc. under license from Hasbro. It is perfect
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“I’m Just Saying” is a column by Suburbs 101 Contributor, Alexis Gold. A funny and brutally honest take on what life is like for a working mom in New York City/turned unexpected stay at home suburban mom. Alexis reflects on the small moments in her “new normal”. I see a Swoosh fly across the kitchen
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Maya Sheinberg is a mother of two and founder of successful gifting company, Beneboon. She took time off her busy schedule to talk to Suburbs 101 about her move to Westchester and to give us a peek into her life in Pleasantville, NY. Many people are moving out to the suburbs these days. Any advice
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It’s time to start planning for Thanksgiving! Are you hosting Thanksgiving this year? Give yourself a break, impress your guests and order complete Thanksgiving dinners. Play it safe and reserve your turkey now (it can sell out!) Here are markets that offer Thanksgiving for pickup or delivery in Westchester and Fairfield County (Greenwich, Darien, New
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Remember when Halloween used to be fun, safe and kid-friendly? Everything has changed this year because of the Covid-19 pandemic. That doesn’t mean Halloween 2020 is canceled, we just have to adjust to the new norm. There are fun and safe activities you can do with your kids to make Halloween 2020 in Westchester memorable.
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“I’m Just Saying” is a column by Suburbs 101 Contributor, Alexis Gold. A funny and brutally honest take on what life is like for a working mom in New York City/turned unexpected stay at home suburban mom. Here is a peek into Alexis’ Back to School pandemic experience. I forgot how much I hate September.
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Are you planning a New England getaway within driving distance from NYC? It’s an ideal time to explore New England, whether for a quick getaway or even for a longer stay. For those who are seeking a change of scenery to re-energize, a New England getaway is perfect. Whether it’s a vacation for you and
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“I’m Just Saying” is a new column by Suburbs 101 Contributor, Alexis Gold. A funny and brutally honest take on what life is like for a working mom in New York City/turned unexpected stay at home suburban mom. I hang up the back-to-school Zoom, swearing that when this is all over, I will invest in
Are you thinking of going on vacation? Traveling during the Covid-19 pandemic requires extra planning. We asked Suburbs 101 contributor and founder of Stuart Travel Design, Michele Stuart to give us her Covid-19 Travel tips and her go-to list of resources. Exactly one year ago, I created Stuart Travel Design, a personalized, fun, thriving, boutique
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Are you thinking of moving to the New York suburbs? Chances are you are looking at both Westchester County and Connecticut’s Fairfield County. Should you live in Rye, NY or should cross the Connecticut border to Greenwich, CT which is only 8 minutes away? You know taxes are higher in Westchester County than in Connecticut
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Are you looking to build a home gym? Tired of schlepping to the gym and want to workout from the comfort of your home? It’s easy to build a home gym, you just need space at home for your gym and some basic home gym equipment to get you started. We asked Marianna Linnehan, personal
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Are you looking for a quick weekend getaway? How about a weekend getaway in Upstate New York? Millbrook, New York is a quick drive from New York City and surrounding New York suburbs. Millbrook is just 2 hours away from Midtown Manhattan, 1.5 hours away from Greenwich, CT, and under 1.5 hours away from Westchester
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Are you looking to join a country club in Westchester County? With hefty initiation fees and annual dues, it’s important to do your research before joining a country club in Westchester. Lucky for you, we did the research for you. For some of the clubs below, you will see that we asked members to give
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Summer is here, but boy does it feel different. There were no county fireworks on July 4th, a trip to the beach is a little more stressful and traveling out of state may not be an option for many of you. All of our stress levels increased over the past few months because of the
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Want a fun and guilt-free way to break up your Covid-19 quarantine monotony this summer? Even though stores and restaurants are opening up, you are probably still spending most of your time at home. So how do you break up your Covid-19 quarantine monotony? You need to treat yourself and your family to subscription boxes!
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It’s summer. You’ve been at home on quarantine. Are you itching to go on vacation? Are you on the fence on whether or not to go on that road trip? On one hand, it will be great to have a change of scenery. However, Covid-19 cases are still on the rise. Should you go on
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Seriously, Sam? is a column that looks at the lighter side of suburban life. This month, Sam shows us how she is managing mom life at home during the Covid 19 Quarantine. Last week I got a report card for my 5th grader. The text was clearly a cut-and-paste with praise for things like “being a good
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We are all living in extremely stressful times right now and the Coronavirus crisis has drastically changed all of our lives in one way or another. This type of change triggers anxiety, fear and uncertainty. The level of fear some of us are facing is very real and I want to validate that for everyone.
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Stuck at home? This month, Sam shows us how to survive Coronavirus quarantine. Seriously, Sam? is a column that looks at the lighter side of suburban life. On the spectrum of the anxious, I fall in the realm of those who need meditation and medication to be calm on a good day. So, you would think that
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There is so much in the news every day regarding the international outbreak of Coronavirus or COVID-19. We are all asking ourselves, what can I do to protect my family and myself from Coronavirus? What should I buy to prepare for Coronavirus? Should I send the kids to school? Should we take that vacation? Should we cancel
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Miami is well known for its pulsating nightlife, decadent party scene, and high-end design culture. More surprising is that America’s sexiest city is also a very kid-friendly destination, and it has actually become one of our favorite family vacation spots. But in a place where bottles are more likely to be champagne than baby, finding
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Coronavirus is spreading worldwide. There are confirmed Coronavirus cases in every continent (except for Antarctica). According to the CDC, there are 10 states with confirmed Coronavirus cases. If you are like most families whose family vacation revolves around school holidays, you most likely have March or April spring break coming up. Should you cancel your
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Are you ready for the Coronavirus? This month, Sam shows us how she is preparing for the possible Coronavirus pandemic. Seriously, Sam? is a column that looks at the lighter side of suburban life. In early January, my husband turned to me as we were getting ready for bed and said, in his gravest and most
Do you need help getting your skin back to health after constantly being exposed to winter’s cold, dry air? Celebrity Dermatologist and Suburbs 101 contributor, Dr. Whitney Bowe shows us how to revive winter skin with Royal Jelly and Propolis. I love it when the days start to last longer and our sunsets are a
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Chef Kenneth Massover is the Chef de Cuisine at Coopers Mill Restaurant in Tarrytown, NY. He has had a long tenure working at various Ritz Carlton properties as well as 2 star Michelin restaurant- Ristorante Quattro Passi in Nerano, Italy. He is, however, no stranger to Westchester County having grown up in New Rochelle. Kenny
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Chef Carlos Baez is the executive chef at The Spread. Carlos is an award-winning chef known for his innovation. His ambition and passion for the industry has lead him to become a co-owner and executive chef of The Spread Restaurant Group (they are preparing to open their 4th location). Over the years, he received numerous culinary awards
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Have you ever wondered what it’s like behind the scenes of Gordon Ramsey’s reality TV show, MasterChef Junior? We sat down with Westchester County mom, Aviva Sisitsky to find out what it’s like to be a mom of a MasterChef Junior contestant. Her son, Kyle competed in MasterChef Junior Season 7. She gives us a
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Are you thinking of moving to Greenwich? How much does it cost to live in Greenwich, CT? Greenwich is an expensive place to live in. It costs $17,557.85 per month for a family of four to live in Greenwich, CT! Keep on reading to find out how! When it comes to living in Greenwich, there
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Are you thinking of moving to Westchester County? How much does it cost to live in Westchester County? Does it really cost over $13,000 a month for a family to live in Westchester County? Yes, Westchester County is an expensive place to live in. It cost over $13,000 a month for a family of four
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While “2020” evokes feelings of newness, beginnings, and the unknown, the 2020 SS runways threw an unexpected twist by relying on decades past for inspiration. Designers really went for it this season with the deep cuts. From the 70’s disco collar to the 00’s Bermuda short (yes, you read that right), your favorite brands are
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Wondering where to go for Valentine’s Day in Westchester? There are so many restaurants in Westchester, who has time to call around to decide where to go. Lucky for you, we did the research! One thing to note is that I’m only recommending top Zagat rated restaurants and Westchester restaurants that have been recommended through
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Are you going skiing this President’s Day Weekend? You probably know that lift ticket prices fluctuate based on peak or off-peak days. President’s Day Weekend is the busiest time of the ski season, which means lift tickets are priced at its highest. However, with some advanced planning, you don’t have to pay full lift ticket
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Chef Stephen Maronian and Chef Lisa Maronian are the husband and wife chef-duo behind Sweet Lisa’s Exquisite Cakes, an award-winning bakery in Greenwich, CT. Lisa and Steve met at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY. Lisa majored in pastry while Steve majored in savory. They are master chefs who have worked at
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Pilar Quintero lived the expat life moving with her husband from Mexico City to Seoul and eventually finding herself in Stamford, CT. Pilar is juggling a lot these days as a busy mom of four and the founder of the successful skincare line, Care. Pilar took time off her busy schedule to talk to Suburbs
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The restaurant business is a tough business. It’s a business with a very high failure rate (over 60% failure rate the first year), a very labor-intensive business with long hours. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of a restaurant is a big deal- an almost impossible feat in the restaurant industry! So it’s truly a momentous
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As a professional organizer who has exposure to many different types of homes, I find that while closets pose the biggest challenge for our clients, kitchens carry the most clutter. The key is to install systems and bins so that groceries and the daily invasion of paper all find their way off countertops and into
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When you hear “Disney World Vacation” do you think beloved, memory-making, nostalgic destination or sweat-inducing, parental nightmare? As a lifelong Disney fan and dedicated park-goer, I truly believe that with a little advanced planning and know-how, it actually can be the Happiest Place on Earth. I am often asked if we use a Disney VIP
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If you are the parent of a teen or tween between the ages of 11-18 years of age, you have probably heard about teen cell phone addiction talked about at every PTA meeting, every Facebook post and all of the parenting forums. Teens and tweens are addicted to their screens. If you have a teen
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Are you looking to go skiing this weekend but don’t want to do a whole overnight trip? Lucky for us, there are many ski resorts/ski areas located less than 2 hours away from NYC and the New York Suburbs of Westchester, Fairfield County and Northern NJ. Here are ski day trips from NYC, we give
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Chef Robin Selden is an award-winning chef and has received numerous accolades including Chef of the Year awards throughout her culinary career. She is currently the managing partner and executive chef of Marcia Selden Catering, a successful catering company that orchestrates over 850 events a year! Robin took time off her busy schedule to chat
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Do you know you can borrow museum passes from Norwalk Library? These Norwalk Library museum passes will give you free or discounted admissions to local museums in Westchester, Connecticut and New York City! The Norwalk Library Museum Passes are available on a first-come, first served walk-in basis, no reservations are taken. The Museum Passes will
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Do you know you can borrow museum passes from New Canaan Library? These New Canaan Library museum passes will give you free or discounted admissions to local museums in Westchester, Connecticut and New York City! New Canaan Library offers several Parks and Museum passes that can be borrowed from the library. The loan period is
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Are you a Port Chester resident? Or do you live in Rye Brook, NY? Do you know you can borrow museum passes from the Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library? These Library museum passes will give you free or discounted admissions to local museums and aquariums! Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library Museum Passes Here are the
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A review of High Tea at Vanillamore in Montclair, NJ. It’s a culinary delight, sure to please any palate. What to Get at Vanillamore The high tea menu consists of several courses, with carefully crafted tea sandwiches, biscuits, chocolates, exotic teas and more. Note that the high tea selection certainly favors the sweet. Best Sweet
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Updated January 2020. Are you looking to buy or sell your home in Westchester? Is this a good time to buy a home in Westchester? Or is this a good time to sell your Westchester home? We looked at home sales data from January to December 2019 to determine if it’s a buyer or seller’s
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Happy New Year Connecticut! So how did Fairfield County do in 2019? Is Fairfield County Real Estate in a buyer’s market or seller’s market? Below we go town by town looking at 2019 home sales to determine the health of each town’s real estate market. Is your town in a buyer’s market or seller’s market?
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Seriously, Sam? is a column that looks at the lighter side of suburban life. This month, Sam reflects on the art of hostessing. To my large and wonderful extended family; all of the below is said with the utmost love and appreciation. I am an amazing hostess. Ask anyone who has ever stayed with me, and
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Are you tired of going to the same places with your kids? Looking for new indoor places to take your kids to this winter? From the new Nickelodeon Universe theme park in New Jersey to the only indoor ski resort in North America to indoor sky diving in Westchester, Marissa Millman, Suburbs 101 contributor and
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Nicole Roque, a professional Tutu and Costume Designer and mom of three girls is loving her life in Mount Vernon, NY. A Greenwich, CT native, Nicole talks to Suburbs 101 about her move to Mount Vernon and tells us why she loves living in Mount Vernon, NY. Why did you move to Mount Vernon? I
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Skiing is a great family activity. It’s nice to do an activity where the entire family can be outdoors and off their iPads, cellphones or TV! However, skiing is expensive with one day lift tickets for a family of four at $300 per day (that’s without lessons and ski rentals!) The good news is there
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The countdown is on for 2020! Are you looking for places to ring in the New Year in Westchester? There are a lot of places to celebrate New Year’s Eve! Whether you are looking for a kid-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration (Countdown to Noon anyone?) or you want to go all out and welcome 2020
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In December there are two areas in my home that I like to tackle. Its a busy month that’s over in blink so its important not take on a huge organization project this month. You risk leaving a space unfinished and more cluttered due to time constraints. Here are two easy home organization tasks for December.
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Do you have ski trip coming up? Do you know what to pack for your family weekend ski trip? It’s so important to plan ahead especially if you are also packing for your spouse and your kids. You want to make sure you have everything and everyone is comfortable on the slopes. So what should
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Chef Arturo Franco Camacho (Franco) is a veteran of Connecticut’s food scene. Having opened several successful restaurants in Connecticut, a graduate of Culinary Institute of America, his cuisine has received numerous accolades from top publications like the New York Times, Zagat and Food Network’s Food Nation with Bobby Flay. He is currently the Executive Chef
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There’s been a lot of buzz around celebrated Chef and Westchester native, Brian Lewis’ second OKO outpost. OKO Rye is set to officially open on December 18, 2019. I got a preview of the OKO Rye dining experience at a recent press tasting. You will not be disappointed, expect excellent quality Japanese inspired dishes in
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Maybe you’ve just moved to your new home in the suburbs or you’ve been in your home for a bit, but still have empty rooms and now you are hosting guests and do not feel ready at all! Moving is overwhelming enough and now you have to figure out how to host a holiday when
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Are you planning to go skiing? Not sure where to go skiing in the Northeast? We are fortunate to be within driving distance of several ski resorts in the Northeast. Here are some tips to help you find the perfect ski resort in the Northeast. Suburbs 101 participates in affiliate programs including Amazon Associates Program
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We’ve been seeing a lot of social media posts lately of friends going on their family vacation in Mont Tremblant, a ski resort in Quebec, Canada that is within driving distance from the New York suburbs (approximately 7-hour drive). Going on a family ski vacation in a charming french-inspired village sounds amazing to us! So
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Everyone who knows me knows how much I LOVE Christmas. If it was socially acceptable, I’d start decorating right after Halloween (hello HAPPINESS!) The style I love most is a pulled back version of a very traditional Christmas full of classic components but styled in a fresh way. Think lots of green, pops of red,
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It’s cold outside and outdoor parties are definitely out but hosting a party for 18 children in your home does not sound appealing either. Luckily, there are a lot of indoor birthday party places in Westchester. Here are some Westchester Birthday party ideas. If you are interested in a virtual party, check out our Complete
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Do you have a winter birthday party to plan in Westchester? Not looking forward to having 18 kids in your home this winter? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Check out our recommendations for indoor birthday party places in and around Rye, NY. Update: With Covid-19 cases on the rise, it is best to host
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Are you tired of the same birthday party places? Not too crazy about inviting 17 kids to your house in the middle of winter? Fortunately, you have a lot of indoor party venue options. With two kids, 19 birthday parties planned plus countless birthday parties attended, I consider myself an expert in birthday parties. I
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Are you looking to give back to the community? The Junior League of Northern Westchester is running their Holiday Sharing Drive. You can sponsor a family and make a difference in their life this Holiday season. Here are some examples of families looking for sponsors: A family of 4 struggling to make ends meet, with
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A.J. Capella is an award-winning chef and recognized as one of the leading under-30 chefs in New Jersey. He honed his culinary skills working at various kitchens including Grant Achatz’s Aviary and Anthony Bucco’s Uproot and is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America. He is currently the executive chef of Jockey Hollow Bar
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Do you need help with your winter skincare routine? Do you struggle with your skin in the winter? Do you want glowing skin this winter? Celebrity Dermatologist and Suburbs 101 contributor, Dr. Whitney Bowe shares her winter skincare secrets. You wake up to a dusting of frost outside your bedroom window. You crank up the
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It’s that time of the year again! Have you caught the Holiday bug yet? There are a lot of Holiday Events in Westchester that will surely get you in the Holiday mood. Here are upcoming Holiday events in Westchester. Westchester Winter Wonderland When: November 29, 2019 to January 4, 2020 (after 5pm) Where: Kensico Dam
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Are you looking for preschools in Darien, CT? For a town with only 20,000 residents, there are a lot of preschool programs available to Darien families. We have some tips to help you find the perfect preschool in Darien, CT. Guide to Darien Preschools Nature-Based Preschool Curriculum in Darien, CT If you are looking for
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The weeks between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day truly are the most wonderful time of the year! Christmas has been my favorite holiday ever since I was little, and somehow it only gets more magical now that I have kids of my own. Watching their eyes light up with excitement and wonder brings me right
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Start a Holiday tradition and take your little one(s) to a holiday train show in New York. Lucky for us, there are several family friendly Holiday Train shows in NY (in and around Westchester). Family Friendly Holiday Train Shows in NY (Westchester) Greenburgh Nature Center Holiday Train Show at 99 Dromore Road, Scarsdale, NY Looking
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Like most Fairfield County towns, parking at the New Canaan Metro North train stations can be challenging. There are multi-year waitlists to obtain parking permits at New Canaan’s Metro-North train stations. Here is our guide to New Canaan Metro-North Train Station Parking. New Canaan has 2 Metro North stations New Canaan residents are lucky to
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Parking at Metro-North train stations can be challenging. This is true for most Metro-North train stations in Fairfield County and Westchester County. There are often multi-year waitlists for parking permits at the train stations. Here is our guide to Parking at Darien Metro North train station. Note: Parking regulations and fees do change, please check
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What is the Best Metro-North Station for Rye Brook Residents? Since Rye Brook does not have a Metro-North train station, Rye Brook residents will need to drive to nearby stations to catch the train. Below we will go over which is the best metro north station for Rye Brook residents. What Metro-North Stations are near
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Metro-North train station parking is a challenge for most train stations in Westchester County. Many have multi-year waitlists for parking permits. Here is our Guide to Metro-North Train Station Parking in Rye, NY. Commute to NYC from Rye, NY The Metro-North train ride from Rye to New York’s Grand Central Terminal can range from 43-57
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What is the Best Metro-North station for Purchase residents? Since Purchase, NY does not have a Metro-North train station, Purchase residents will have to drive to nearby train stations to catch the train. Fortunately, for Purchase residents, they can catch the train at nearby Harrison Metro North Train station or White Plains Metro North train
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Parking at the Pelham Metro-North train station is very limited. This is typical for most Westchester Metro-North train stations. Here is our guide to parking at the Pelham Metro-North train station. Pelham Metro-North Train Commute to NYC Many people move to Pelham for its proximity to New York City. The Metro-North train ride from Pelham
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Parking is a challenge at most Westchester Metro-North train stations. There are many Metro-North train stations in Westchester with multi-year waitlists. There are resident parking or daily parking options at the Larchmont Metro-North train station. Here is our guide to Parking at the Larchmont Metro-North Train Station. Larchmont Metro-North Train Commute to NYC Many people
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Greenwich Public School has a preschool program. However, there is limited space and entry to the preschool program is based on a lottery. Here is the Greenwich Public School Preschool Application Process. About Greenwich Public School Preschool Program The Greenwich Public Schools Preschool Program serves children with special needs and those who are typically developing.
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There are four magnet elementary schools in Greenwich, CT and one magnet Middle School. Students in the Greenwich Public School system have the option to apply via a lottery process to these magnet schools. Below you will find information on how to apply to magnet schools in Greenwich, CT Magnet Schools in Greenwich, CT Hamilton
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Metro-North train station parking is challenging. There are often multi-year waitlists for parking permits at Metro-North stations in Westchester. Here is our Guide to Metro-North Train Station Parking in Harrison, NY. Metro-North Commute to NYC from Harrison Parking Permit for Metro-North Train Station Parking in Harrison, NY Daily Parking for Metro-North Train station in Harrison
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Your little one is finally ready to go to school! If you are like me, I couldn’t wait for preschool to start. I did mommy and me preschool programs even before my daughter was old enough for preschool. After 2 children and 3 preschool programs, I consider myself an expert when it comes to choosing
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Are you ready for Black Friday 2021? There are a lot of retailers in Westchester County and Fairfield County running Black Friday deals online and in-store! This year, you have the option to shop in person or online! Here is our Black Friday Shopping Guide for Westchester and Connecticut. Big Box Retailers Black Friday Deals
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Chef Kris Grossman is an award-winning chef who worked at Michelin Starred restaurant “Ente” and has cooked for luminaries like Sting and the Dalai Lama. Kris is the Executive Chef at Le Fat Poodle in Old Greenwich. Le Fat Poodle is by far one of the most recommended restaurants in Fairfield County by local suburbanites
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Nikki Levinson, mother of three and founder of Nanny Solutions moved from New York City to Armonk, NY. She took time off her busy schedule to talk to Suburbs 101 and to give us a peek into her life in Armonk as well as her move to Armonk, NY. Describe your move to Armonk, NY?
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Black Friday is here! Looking for things to do with the family on Black Friday that has nothing to do with shopping? Here are family-friendly things to do on Black Friday. Westchester Winter Wonderland – Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla, NY Westchester’s Winter Wonderland opens on Friday, November 24 at 5:30pm. Experience the beloved holiday drive-thru event
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Are you looking for things to do this Thanksgiving Weekend? There are a lot of family-friendly events in Westchester County during Thanksgiving weekend. Here are things to do this Thanksgiving Weekend in Westchester County NY. Things to Do in Westchester the Friday after Thanksgiving Westchester Winter Wonderland – Kensico Dam Plaza Westchester’s Winter Wonderland opens
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It is so much easier to organize your home if you give yourself manageable tasks. Suburbs 101 contributor, Maura Fitzgerald is making organizing less overwhelming with her monthly column: How to Tackle Your Whole House Throughout The Year Without Becoming Overwhelmed. This month, Maura shows us how to get organized for the Holidays. The Holidays will
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Looking to burn off those extra calories from Thanksgiving dinner? Or just want to do something active with the whole family? Here are family-friendly Thanksgiving Turkey Trots and Runs in Westchester, Greenwich, New Canaan and Rowayton. Turkey Trots in Westchester County NY Westchester Turkey Trot Where: Westchester Community College When: November 25, 2021 at 8:15am
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Are you hosting Thanksgiving this year? Minimize prep work by ordering Thanksgiving dinner for your holiday gathering. Here are markets that offer Thanksgiving delivery or pickup in Greenwich, Darien, Stamford and Westport CT. Beat the rush, plan ahead and order your Thanksgiving meals early! Where to Order Thanksgiving 2023: Greenwich, Darien, Stamford and Westport Mike’s
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Holiday parties are just around the corner. Have you started shopping yet? Don’t let the string of 35 messages in your NYE group chat stress you out; stress lines don’t go with velvet or sequins. Whether you’re looking forward to your annual office party, planning a holiday potluck for friends, or making a trip home for the
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Suburbs 101 recently co-hosted a Grand Opening event for the new Bloomingdale’s at the SONO Collection. It was a fun family event with a children’s wear fashion show, food, music and lots of kid-friendly activities (hands-on fun from Stepping Stones Museum for Children). On the runway, the models (ages 5-15 years old) were asked to
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Ilson Gonçalves is the owner of Samba, a popular Brazilian Eatery in Montclair, NJ and the author of The Samba Montclair Cookbook. He opened Samba in Montclair, NJ in December 2010 as a deli with a few Brazilian specials. Today, the menu is a reflection of the authentic cooking he grew up eating at his
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Are you looking for Westchester restaurants open on Thanksgiving? Here are Westchester restaurants open this Thanksgiving. Most of these restaurants require advanced reservations, so start planning now. Westchester Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving Moderne Barn Moderne Barn in Armonk is open on Thanksgiving day and offers a 3-course menu for $92 per person. The menu includes
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Did you know according to some retail analysts, the SONO Collection is one of the last newly constructed malls in America (at least for the foreseeable future)? Blame it on online shopping, most malls in America are facing high vacancy rates. That is why we are following the SONO Collection closely and definitely rooting for
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Dubrovnik has been getting a lot of buzz lately as one of the recipients of the Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand award. Only 8 Westchester restaurants received that recognition. Dubrovnik opened 6 years ago and is the only Croatian restaurant in Westchester. Dubrovnik’s executive chef, Antonio Selendic sat down with Suburbs 101 to tell us what
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Samantha Levine, a Westchester native, loves living in Chappaqua, NY. She moved back to Chappaqua after law school and started Auburn Jewelry, a successful jewelry line with distribution in Vineyard Vines and Macy’s. Samantha takes time off her busy schedule to talk to Suburbs 101 to tell us why she loves living in Chappaqua, NY.
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Are you applying your child to private schools? Is your private school parent interview coming up? As a parent of private school kids and having interviewed at numerous private schools, I know how nerve-wracking the private school admissions process can be. And probably the most stressful part of the process is the parent interview. The
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Not soon after you are holding your newborn baby safely in your arms, you already start to think about how fast the next eighteen years of your lives together are going to go. This thought can bring relief to parents on those really hard parenting days when you are dying for a minute alone or
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Seriously, Sam? is a column that looks at the lighter side of suburban life. This month, Sam reflects on her online shopping habit. I recently pulled up to my house to find a stack of boxes on my porch, one of which was over 5 feet tall. If you are anything like me, a daily pile
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Chef David DiBari is one of Westchester’s most sought after chefs right now. Two of his restaurants just received Michelin Bib Gourmand awards. An almost impossible feat considering only 8 restaurants in Westchester received Michelin’s Bib Gourmands (2 out of the 8 went to DiBari’s restaurants). Chef David DiBari is known for his boundary-pushing style
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