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Ultimate Weekend Getaways from New York’s Tri-State area

Looking to escape New York’s tri-state area without spending the entire day in the car? New Canaan, Connecticut mom and SmartFlyer travel consultant, Michelle Jackson shares her top picks for the Ultimate Weekend Getaways from New York’s Tri-State area.  These luxury weekend getaways are a quick drive away from the New York area- under 60

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Gift Guide: Top Holiday Gift Ideas for the Fashionista

Probably the hardest person to shop for is the fashionista.  The woman who has impeccable taste and knows what she wants.  Who better to ask than Fashionista- Tina Broccole, NY Fashion Stylist, Influencer, and Radio Talk Show Host of “Fashion Friday with Tina.”   Here is Tina’s Top Holiday Gift Ideas for the Fashionista. The red

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Seriously, Sam? Good Tidings (the suburban sport of Holiday cards)

Seriously, Sam? is a monthly column that takes a lighter look at suburban life.  This month, Sam tackles the uniquely suburban sport of Holiday cards in Seriously, Sam? Good Tidings.   I love the holidays. Like, I start listening to Christmas carols non-stop while cooking Thanksgiving, and reluctantly turn them off when my husband cries “uncle” on

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Hollywood Actress, Wynter Kullman Warshaw’s Life in Westport, CT

Hollywood Actress, Wynter Kullman Warshaw’s Life in Westport, CT

From LA to Westport, CT, actress Wynter Kullman Warshaw settled into suburban life in Westport, CT.  With parts in major films such as “Garden State”, “Two Weeks Notice”, Wynter tells us how she got her start as an actress and gives advice to budding actors and actresses.  Here is a peek into Hollywood Actress, Wynter

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Dance For A Cause, a Fundraiser for Blythedale Children’s Hospital

Suburbs 101 is proud to partner with Artistry Dance Project and Bloomingdale’s as a media sponsor for Dance For A Cause, a fundraiser for Blythedale Children’s Hospital. We interviewed, Artistry Dance Project’s director, Kristina Leitenberger, to give us more background on how this fundraiser came about.  Update: Photos of event.   Dance For A Cause When: Friday, November 16,

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Top Zagat Rated Restaurants in Westchester

Hudson Valley Restaurant Week: Top Zagat Rated Restaurants in Westchester?

The Hudson Valley Restaurant Week has nearly 200 participating restaurants.  But which ones are the Top Zagat Rated Restaurants?  We did the homework for you and these are the Top Zagat Rated Restaurants in Westchester that are participating in the Hudson Valley Restaurant Week.  Make your reservations now!  Restaurant Week is October 29, 2018 to

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Hudson Valley Restaurant Week- Fall 2018

The Hudson Valley Restaurant Week starts on Monday 10/29!  There are nearly 200 participating restaurants with the majority of the restaurants from Westchester County (115 Westchester County restaurants!).  Most of the participating chefs and restaurateurs use locally-sourced ingredients in support of area farms, winemakers, distillers, artisanal producers and purveryors.  There are a lot of great

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Where to Go Trick or Treating in NY, NJ and CT? 2025

Looking for the best trick-or-treating spots in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut? We went straight to the experts—local moms! They shared where they take their kids for the ultimate Halloween experience. Here are their top picks for the best streets to go trick-or-treating in Westchester, Northern New Jersey, and Fairfield County. Where to Go

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Fashion Influencer's Move from Manhattan to Greenwich, CT

Fashion Influencer’s Move from Manhattan to Greenwich, CT

I’ve known Joanna for years, back when we would do Barre class together.  She has always been fashionable, chic and carries the most fabulous bags, even to Barre Class.  So it’s no surprise to see Joanna become a successful Instagram Fashion Influencer.  Joanna made the move from Manhattan to Greenwich, CT and now lives happily as

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Simply by Simone, Social Media Influencer in Westchester, NY

Simply by Simone, Social Media Influencer in Eastchester, NY

I was very excited for the opportunity to interview social media influencer, Simone of Simply by Simone.  She is a social media phenom- living the dream life that many new bloggers hope to achieve.  Simone gives us a peek into her life as a social media influencer and shares some of her secrets to success.  Here is Simply

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Dine Out for Blythedale Children’s Hospital

Suburbs 101 is a proud Media Sponsor of Dine Out for Blythedale Children’s Hospital What is Dine Out for Blythedale Children’s Hospital? Grab a fork and make a reservation as Blythedale Children’s Hospital, New York’s only independent, specialty children’s hospital and one of only 16 pediatric specialty hospitals in the United States, announces the 1st annual “Dine Out

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The Girl Guide, Stephanie Trotta’s Life in Darien, CT

I’ve known Stephanie for years before she became a busy mother of two boys, lifestyle blogger, and social media influencer.  I’ve always admired Stephanie’s classic beauty and timeless sense of style.  So it’s no surprise to see her become a successful social media influencer.  Here is the Girl Guide, Stephanie Trotta’s Life in Darien, CT.

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Oktoberfest Guide

Hefeweizens? Schnitzels? Bratwursts? Strudels? Live Music? Who doesn’t love a good Oktoberfest.  Here is our Oktoberfest guide for the tri-state area.  Prost! Connecticut Oktoberfest at the Bruce Museum When: September 27, 2018 from 6pm-8pm Where: Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Drive, Greenwich, CT The Bruce Museum in Greenwich will host its first-ever Oktoberfest celebration. Featuring German

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Jardin Infusions, Meghan Buchert's Life in Franklin Lakes, NJ

Jardin Infusions, Meghan Buchert’s Life in Franklin Lakes, NJ

Meghan Buchert moved from the Upper East Side to Franklin Lakes, NJ.  She just recently launched Jardin Infusions, an innovative Champagne and Spirits mixer.  Meghan tells us how she juggles being a mom, wife, food scientist and entrepreneur.  She shares her story- how she struggled to make friends at first, how she adjusted to life in

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Top Food Festivals in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut

September is Food Festival season!  There is a food festival every week in the tri-state area.  Here are our top picks for Food Festivals in Westchester, Long Island, New Jersey and Connecticut in September 2018. connecticut food festivals greenwich wine + food festival When: September 21 and September 22, 2018 Where: Roger Sherman Baldwin Park,

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Metro-North Train Station Parking in Fairfield County, Connecticut

How long are the waitlists for Metro-North Train Station Parking in Fairfield County, Connecticut?

Obtaining parking permits at Metro-North train stations can be confusing.  Every station parking lot has their own regulations.  And to make it more confusing, some parking lots have multi-year waitlists while others have immediate availability.  We did the research for you.  Here is a guide to Metro-North train station parking in lower Fairfield County, Connecticut.

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Everyday Order, Laura Bostrom's Move to Montclair, NJ

Everyday Order, Laura Bostrom’s Move to Montclair, NJ

Laura Bostrom is the founder of New Jersey-based organizing business, Everyday Order.  Over the years, she has lived in various New York suburbs and now calls Montclair, NJ home.  Here is Everyday Order, Laura Bostrom’s Move to Montclair, NJ. Tell me about your journey to the suburbs? I’m originally from California, and because of my

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Insider's Guide to Metro-North train station parking

Guide to Metro North Train Station Parking in Westchester

Did you just move to Westchester? Are you trying to figure out how the parking works at the Metro North train stations in Westchester? Parking can be tricky at Metro North stations because there aren’t enough parking spaces for commuters. And you will need to obtain parking permits at Westchester Metro North train stations which

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Melanie Lippman- From New York's Upper East Side to the Hamptons

Melanie Lippman- From New York’s Upper East Side to the Hamptons

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to live in the Hamptons year round? We can all live vicariously through fashion stylist, Melanie Lippman.  Melanie and her husband made that leap and moved permanently to their Hamptons beach house.  Here is Melanie Lippman- From New York’s Upper East Side to the Hamptons. Tell me about

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Nigiri Sushi at OKO Rye

August 2018-Food Events in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut

Going into August, we were expecting a pretty quiet month for Food Events in the tri-state area.  However, we were pleasantly surprised.  There are a few Food Truck festivals and even a Restaurant Week.  Here is a list of August Food Events in Westchester, Long Island, Northern New Jersey and Connecticut’s Fairfield County. connecticut food

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Happy Hour Guide 2024: Westchester County (NY) and Fairfield County (CT)

I love restaurant happy hours.  However, it’s always a last minute struggle to figure out which restaurants offer happy hour. I created this guide so you can bookmark it so you can easily find happy hours in Westchester and Fairfield County. These happy hours offer both food and drink specials (because I’m usually hungry during

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Helen B. Phillips-Suburban Life of a Not-So-Average Millennial

Helen B. Phillips-Suburban Life of a Not-So-Average Millennial

If you are active on Instagram, you have probably seen Helen B. Phillip’s page. Helen is a twenty-something lifestyle/fashion blogger.  You will recognize her by her signature red hair, sporting her latest fashion finds or sharing her latest fitness obsession.  Here is Helen’s suburban life of a not-so-average millennial. Tell me about yourself I’ve lived

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Food Truck Fest- Our June picks for New Jersey, Connecticut and Westchester

Do you love Food Trucks?  We have compiled a list of upcoming Food Truck events in June.  Here are our top picks in Northern New Jersey, Connecticut’s Fairfield County and Westchester. westchester Food truck events rye recreation food truck festival  When: Saturday, June 23, 2018 from 1-5pm Where: Rye Recreation Park, 281 Midland Avenue, Rye, NY

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Guide to Summer Carnivals in Westchester, New Jersey and Connecticut

Summer is here! In between, beaches, summer BBQs and family vacations, take your family to a  carnival.  The best part of it is that many of these carnivals are fundraisers for non-profit organizations, so you will have fun while helping others!  Here is a compilation of carnivals in Westchester, Northern New Jersey and Fairfield County

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ManiGlovz, Kim Motola’s Life in Purchase, NY

Bundles of Joy NY, Adrienne Harper’s Move from Boston to Bronxville, NY

Founder of Bundles of Joy NY, Adrienne Harper leads a full life. She took some time from her busy schedule to talk to Suburbs 101. Here is Bundles of Joy NY, Adrienne Harper’s Move from Boston to Bronxville, NY Tell me about your move from Boston to Bronxville, NY We moved to Bronxville from Boston

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Which Westchester School Districts Provide School Bus Transportation?

You may be surprised to find out that not all Westchester School Districts provide school bus transportation.  School bus transportation can be a lifesaver for parents.  It enables families the flexibility to have a grandparent who can’t drive or a babysitter who can’t drive watch their kids. And it is convenient for families with younger

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How to Appeal Your Connecticut Property Taxes

Are your property taxes too high?  Do you know you can appeal your Connecticut property taxes?  It’s not that difficult to appeal your property taxes. I successfully appealed my Greenwich, CT property taxes without outside help. Here is how to appeal your Connecticut Property Taxes. How to Appeal Your Connecticut Property Taxes Town Inspection By

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Connecticut Property Tax Calculator 2023

Want to calculate your property taxes in Connecticut?  Calculate your Connecticut Property taxes using our Connecticut Property Tax Calculator. The Connecticut property taxes are based on the 2022-2023 Fiscal Year Mill Rates. Below you will find our Connecticut Property Tax Calculator using the 2023 mill rates. Check out our video on how to calculate property

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Top 6 Westchester Towns with Shortest Commute and Best Schools

Who doesn’t want it all?  Short Commute and Good Schools.  Good schools are one of the top reasons why people move out to the New York suburbs.  However, moving to the suburbs usually means longer commute times.  I have taken school ranking reports and Metro-North commute times to determine which Westchester municipalities have the best

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10 Home Inspection Mistakes Buyers Make That They Regret

Home inspection is an important step in the home buying process. You want to make sure the home you are buying is structurally sound and all mechanicals are working properly. Here are top mistakes home buyers make during the home inspection process. Home Inspection Mistakes 1. Not Checking the Weather Forecast before Scheduling your Home Inspection

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Where to live? Westchester County, NY versus Fairfield County, CT

Where to live? Westchester County, NY versus Fairfield County, CT

Where should you move to Westchester County, NY versus Fairfield County, CT?  This is a common dilemma for a lot New Yorker looking to move to the New York Suburbs of Westchester or Fairfield County. Should you move to Rye, NY?  Or should you go 8 minutes north and move to Greenwich, CT?  Narrowing down

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