PRIDELY - Westchester County NY Vol 2

Restaurants

Blue Hill At Stone Barns

High-end farm-to-table restaurant serving tasting menus in a refurbished barn on gorgeous grounds. 630 Bedford Rd, Tarrytown, NY 10591

Phone: (914) 366-9600 | Web: www.bluehillfarm.com

Bistro12

Stylish, contemporary Italian–New American bistro serving pasta, steaks & more in a compact space. 12 Main Street, Tarrytown, NY 10591

Phone: (914) 305-2336 | Web: www.bistro12.net

KEE Oyster House

Hip setting for raw bar, lobster & other seafood with cocktails & a full bar amid white-tiled walls.

126-128 E Post Rd, White Plains, NY 10601

Phone: (914) 437-8535 | Web: www.keeoysterhouse.com

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TOP 5 Travel Destinations

For Your Next Vacation

Whether you’re a first time traveler or a seasoned globetrotter, the best experience starts by choosing the right place to visit. Make sure to always check the requirements and travel restrictions for your destination when planning ahead. Take a glimpse of some of our recommended destinations to begin your adventure.

Portugal

If you’re looking to explore Europe at a slower and steady pace, there’s no better starting point than Portugal. You’ll find the perfect blend of attractions, flavor and adventure. You can always find like-minded travelers visiting Lisbon and Porto. The best part of all may be that it is easiest to get around due to fewer tourists compared to Portugal’s neighboring countries.

Nov 1-20

The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze

Meander through an 18th-century landscape and discover a breathtaking display of more than 7,000 illuminated jack o’ lanterns—all designed and hand-carved on site by our team of artisans. New for 2022, watch our animated “Jack” Smith Shop in action and keep an eye out for glowing bees. Learn more at hudsonvalley.org.

Nov 3

Fall Into the Arts - A celebration of local artisans!

We invite you to engage your senses in an evening of art, music, dance, food and drink! Join us for a night to remember, as we celebrate the arts with local artisans! Visit eventbrite.com.

Dec 4

NYC Local Eats Festival

Calling all NYC foodies! We are a group of young entrepreneurs and New Yorkers hosting an awesome food festival this December to showcase the best local spots to eat and drink in NYC! Learn more at eventbrite.com.

Dec 31

NYE Ball 2023- GLITZ & GLAMOUR

Revel in the Glitz & Glamour at this stylish New Year’s Eve event at the Greentree Country Club. Celebrate in style with friends and family. Everything that makes a NYE Ball memorable will be provided. Always a blast. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

Jan 29

Festival Of Song USA ~ 28th Year

Get your dancing shoes ready! You will enjoy a cocktail hour, sit down dinner, dessert, coffee/tea and open bar all afternoon. Yyou will also be entertained by international singers, and you will also dance, dance, dance, too! Great music, great food, great dancing, great entertainment and LOTS OF GREAT FUN! Learn more at eventbrite.com.

Feb 1

Winter Tippler 2023

This winter, stay warm with the winter Tippler. Navigate NYC’s cocktail scene with NYC’s Tippler’s hand crafted cocktail passbook. Experience signature cocktails at over 15 of the city’s best venues! Pick-up available any time after 6pm on February 1st from check-in location during normal business hours. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

Feb 4-5

Couture Fashion Week

Don’t miss the 37th Season of Couture Fashion Week, one of New York Fashion Week’s best events. Three fabulous fashion shows each day! Learn more at eventbrite.com.

Mar 18

Holi in the City

Hop on board for a one-of-a-kind Holi party and fill the NYC sky with beautiful organic colors. Outdoor decks and climate controlled decks. Let yourself loose to the beats of DJ Vicky NYC. Dress up in white to match the colors that bright. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

Mar 26

An Afternoon of Casks

Join us and a handful of like-minded CT breweries for our second annual festival celebrating traditional cask-conditioned beer! In an ever-changing craft beverage landscape, the joy of drinking balanced, subtly delicious cask ale with friends is worth celebrating & cherishing. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

Apr 1

Party Yacht Cruise Around NYC

Dance the night away on the Hottest Yacht Party Cruise with the best DJs while enjoying the NYC Skyline! Sail through the city and take in the sights while you enjoy music and drinks for the night. Grab your friends or come

New Zealand

Compact with great transport links. One minute you can be sipping wine and enjoying a meal at a restaurant one minute, and the next moment you’re hiking among the magnificent wilderness or laying out on the beach. You can find adventure, activities, and culture in every corner.

Germany

Known for their orderly fashion and beer. Once you’ve arrived, be ready to

until your heart’s content. The buzzing city of Berlin is full of city life with stalls, stores, bars and restaurants. Of course there’s plenty more to see than city life with mountains, castles, and ageold traditional villages.

Thailand

Want the beach life with a bit of wilderness and cuisine?

Then you can’t go wrong landing in Bangkok. From temples to jungles and beautiful beaches, Thailand is perfect for a change of culture with a mix of adventure.

Canada

Close to home, you can fly or simply drive from the USA. Canada offers a lot of variety all in one trip whether you want to experience the city life of Toronto or enjoy nature and a stunning view of Niagara Falls. You can even get a taste of European city culture in Québec or travel Northwest to be mesmerized by the Northern Lights. Canadians are friendly and bound to make you feel welcomed.

Restaurants

X2O Xaviars

Classy glass-enclosed restaurant on a pier with globally influenced American fare & Hudson views.

71 Water Grant St, Yonkers, NY

Benjamin Steakhouse

Dry-aged prime beef from Peter Luger alums in a clubby, fireplaceequipped space.

610 Hartsdale Rd, White Plains, NY

La Cremaillere

Fine French cuisine is served in this farmhouse with a wine cellar. Jackets suggested.

46 Bedford-Banksville Rd, Bedford, NY

Eastchester Fish

Refined, nautically themed seafood restaurant known for its fresh fish & innovative menu.

837 White Plains Rd, Scarsdale, NY

The Blind Pig

Dark, intimate saloon with a 1930s theme serving cocktails, plus global eats from brunch to dinner.

174 Martine Ave, White Plains, NY

Appetit Bistro

Experience modern French cuisine wrapped in hospitality.

540A Willett Ave, Port Chester, NY

Sweet Grass Grill

Regularly changing American menu featuring local ingredients in a casual, rustic setting.

24 Main St, Tarrytown, NY

Harvest on Hudson

Upscale riverfront Italian restaurant in a romantic farmhouse setting with gardens.

1 River St, Hastings-On-Hudson, NY

Casaletto

Italian cooking, plus an ample wine list, in a cozy, laid-back setting.

15 S Central Ave, Elmsford, NY

Half Moon

Riverside restaurant & bar with small & large American plates, a raw bar & patio seating with views.

1 High St, Dobbs Ferry, NY

The Beehive

New American spot serves upscale diner fare with Greek roots in a dining room or more casual tavern.

30 Old Rte 22, Armonk, NY

Sapori

Traditional cuisine & cocktails offered in a fine-dining atmosphere, plus sidewalk seating.

324 Central Ave, White Plains, NY

THE LOFT: LGBT COMMUNITY SERVICES CENTER

The LOFT’s mission is to further the cause of inclusion, diversity, and pride through education, advocacy, and celebration. LOFTGAYCENTER.ORG | (914) 948-2932

ROCKLAND COUNTY PRIDE CENTER

Equality & justice for all - with no exceptions. The heart and home of the LGBTQ+ community, celebrating unity and Inspiring social change. ROCKLANDPRIDECENTER.ORG | (845) 353-6300

DESTINATION TOMORROW

Destination Tomorrow is a grassroots agency and the LGBTQ+ center of the Bronx borough. It is our belief that no individual should have to leave his, her, or their neighborhood to access LGBTQ+ specific services. It is our belief that all LGBTQ+ young people deserve a space to grow, learn, and flourish. It is our belief that people, regardless of their sexual identity or gender expression, deserve a space they can call their own.

DESTINATIONTOMORROW.ORG | (646) 723-3325

LGBT NETWORK THE HAUPPAUGE CENTER

Visibility, education, opportunity, and safe schools are critical for our LGBTQ youth. Curriculum that is inclusive of sexual orientation and gender identity is at best poor, and where it does exist is coming under attack. We need your help to change that narrative and create permanent and sustainable change in every school district in Long Island and Queens! LGBTNETWORK.ORG | (718) 514-2155

alone and get ready to enjoy an experience you won’t forget! Learn more at visitwestchesterny.com.

Apr 23

Green Ossings’s Earth Day Festival

The Hudson River backdrop, the great live music and informative and fun vendors, the premium food and craft beer vendors, and the excellent selection of weather that Mother Nature served us – would not have delivered on the day without you. Learn more at visitwestchesterny.com.

May 12

Weir Tour

Free, easy, 2-hour tour. Meet at the benches in front of the Joseph Caputo Center, which is located at 95 Broadway, Ossining, NY 10562, just west of Rte. 9/Highland Ave. at the junction of Croton Ave. (Rte. 133) (from Metro-North Ossining Train Station by taxi or 15-minute uphill walk). After a brief walk, descend into the Weir in Ossining and explore the original 1842 brick water tunnel and learn its history. Learn more at visitwestchesterny.com.

May 24

Neil Berg’s 101 Years of Broadway

This widely acclaimed musical revue of Broadway’s most celebrated shows, features a dazzling cast of Broadway stars accompanied by an all-star New York band. The greatest moments from the finest shows of the century are recreated; The Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables, CATS, Jesus Christ Superstar, and Jekyll & Hyde.

Jun 24

Summer of Shorts 2nd Annual Film Festival

This venue is over 100 years old and the congregation next to it is over 360 years old! Grab popcorn or your favorite movie candy and enjoy movies on the screen where iconic television shows have been used as Emmy-award winning sets! Details at eventbrite.com

Renovations

to increase home value

Personalization: We all want to make our home unique to our own character. However, when it comes time to sell, buyers want to envision themselves in the home, which can be difficult if the entire home is personalized to you. Avoid any personalization that is difficult to undo and stick to a nice universal outlook that speaks to everyone.

Landscaping: Just like with personalizing, it’s best to keep it simple. Some home buyers may love how elaborate your landscaping may look, but most of the time they’re considering the cost of upkeep or the difficulty of maintaining that look. A clean lawn with curb appeal is the best first impression to give to potential buyers.

Closet Space: Some of us are minimalist and can do with a larger room by sacrificing closet space, but most potential buyers value the importance of storage. Remember, buyers want to see themselves living in the home, and a lack of closet space might send them looking elsewhere.

Bold Paint: Freshly painted rooms are a great way to brighten up your home. There’s nothing wrong with bringing a little color into your home but keep in mind that buyers may not favor the same colors you do. Stick to keeping the colors subtle with small accents and focus more on neutral tones to appeal to potential buyers.

Trendy Designs: Barn doors and patterned tiles may look great to some buyers, but avoid trendy designs that might be outdated when you decide to sell. No matter how tempting the latest home design trend may be, the classic look is always the safest bet.

DIY Projects: Projects that you build yourself are great, but only when they’re done professionally. This is important to potential buyers so make sure if you’re going to do your own home project, that you do it exceptionally well. This also applies to repairs, quick cover ups will only get you so far. These sort of projects can either increase or decrease the value of your home so make sure you know what you’re doing before proceeding.

Long-Term Necessities: When it comes to renovations, keep in mind that not every buyer needs a built in office desk, or a workshop, or anything that may seem like a great idea to you. Tread carefully when adding permanent fixtures, not all buyers have the same vision as you when it comes to changes made. Make sure your room structures allow the flexibility for potential buyers to make their own changes.

BUSINESS LAW

Law Offices of Karen B Schleimer

COFFEE

Coffee Labs Roasters

ENTERTAINMENT

Head Over Heels Band , LLC

FAMILY LAW

Law Offices of Karen B Schleimer

FINANCIAL ADVISOR

Cody Dolly - Northwestern Mutual

FINANCIAL ADVISOR

Matthew Erickson - Northwestern Mutual

FINANCIAL CENTER

PCSB Bank

HEALTH CARE

Alzheimer’s Association Hudson Valley Chapter

HEALTH CARE

NYU Langone Health

outside cover INSURANCE

Mike DiMarco - State Farm

LIVE BAND

Head Over Heels Band , LLC

REAL ESTATE

Taina Carrero - Coldwell Banker Realty

REALTOR

MJ Pastor Realty

RETIREMENT COMMUNITY

EVENTS

Aug 31

Frederick County Fair

Showcasing an open horse show, livestock show, open rides, Barbecue Dinner, Go-Kart Racing, Bubble Gum Blowing Contest, Poultry/Rabbit Barn, Day Camp-Swine/Home Economics/Flowers, monster truck show and more. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

Sep 5

Valley Fusion Fest

Discover the talent of the Shenandoah Valley at Valley Fusion Fest. A full day of jam, bluegrass, and funk, featuring live art, a visual art gallery, workshops with experts, and more. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

Oct 28

8th Annual Festival of Witches

From Egyptian to tribal Bellydance and Fire dance, New Age and Holistic product offerings and practitioners, performing artists from various genres, to education offered through hands-on workshops, discovering the paranormal field, artistic creations, psychic readings and more. Visit eventbrite.com.

Oct 28-29

Fall Festival

Outdoor fall celebration for families and visitors of all ages featuring live music, crafts and games, a pumpkin and scarecrow walk, apple cider demonstrations and tastings, vendors selling sustainable items, meadow dedication, and more. Details at eventbrite.com.