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Marcus Partners Donates Giant Planters To Beautify Norwalk Marcus Partners Donates Giant Planters To Beautify Norwalk
Marcus Partners Donates Giant Planters To Beautify Norwalk NORWALK, Conn. -- The beautification of Norwalk is getting a boost from Marcus Partners, the management company for the Merritt 7 office complex. The company has given Norwalk 50 giant planters valued at $1,200 each. The planter are 3.5 feet high and 5 feet wide.  “The planters were extras from a previous landscaping project at Merritt 7, where they contain small trees, shrubs and flowers in the courtyards and other outdoor areas at each building," says Lou DiMeglio, a building engineer for Marcus Partners.  "Now the space where the planters were stored is needed for parking. Marc…

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Comedian Kevin Hart Coming To Port Chester's Capitol Theatre Comedian Kevin Hart Coming To Port Chester's Capitol Theatre
Comedian Kevin Hart Coming To Port Chester's Capitol Theatre PORT CHESTER, N.Y. -- Tickets to see Kevin Hart -- one of comedy's biggest and brightest stars -- at The Capitol Theatre in Port Chester are on sale now.Hart will make a stop for two shows on Monday, Oct. 12. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. These will be the two most intimate shows on his current "WHAT NOW? TOUR." Adored for his hot-tempered delivery and observational humor, Hart's career is as fiery hot as his comedy. With Hart, there are no limitations. For more details, go to www.thecapitoltheatre.com.  The Capitol Theatre is at 149 Westchester Ave, Port Chester.

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New Rochelle Students Make Drinking PSA New Rochelle Students Make Drinking PSA
New Rochelle Students Make Drinking PSA NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- NR FOCUS and SADD Club students at New Rochelle High School have created a public service announcement video with an important message: smart decisions and drinking don't mix.The PSA's content was produced by the students, and all the actors are SADD members.The 30-second video began airing on Cablevision Monday, Sept. 28 and will run for two weeks.  Click here to watch the video.

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Recycle Your Old Clothing In Scarsdale Recycle Your Old Clothing In Scarsdale
Recycle Your Old Clothing In Scarsdale SCARSDALE, N.Y. -- Did you know that the average U.S. citizen discards 70 pounds of textiles per year? In effort to reduce textiles in our waste stream, the Village of Scarsdale has established a textile recycling program at the Village Recycling Center,110 Secor Road. Residents are able to deposit their textiles Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 3p.m., in a bin provided. Acceptable textiles include all clothing, shoes, blankets, towels, bed sheets, hats, gloves, scarves etc. Please place all acceptable items in tied bags before placing them in the bin. This will help ensure the clothing …

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Somers Library Art Gallery Features Astrophotographer Scott Nammacher Somers Library Art Gallery Features Astrophotographer Scott Nammacher
Somers Library Art Gallery Features Astrophotographer Scott Nammacher SOMERS, N.Y. -- Scott Nammacher, a Westchester resident and astrophotographer, will be the featured artist for the month of October at the Somers Library art gallery. His exhibit is titled "Treasures of the Northern and Southern Skies." Nammacher grew up in Minneapolis, Minn., where he went to college. As a small boy, he was first introduced to astronomy by way of a “Star Party” held by a local group of amateur astronomers. They gather with their telescopes to introduce the viewing public to the beauty of the night skies. Over the years Scott commuted through Grand Central Station w…

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Larry Chance and the Earls Performing In New Rochelle Larry Chance and the Earls Performing In New Rochelle
Larry Chance and the Earls Performing In New Rochelle NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- Larry Chance and The Earls star in An Evening With The Stars on Saturday, at 7:30 p.m. at the The Ursuline School in New Rochelle. Also performing, one night only, will be Steve Michaels, original Lead Singer of the Velvatones, Blue Suede Live and Lance Zitron in an Authentic Tribute to Elvis. The will also be special guest appearances by Mary DeSilva and singer Patrice. Seats are $35. For further information, call 914-633-6432. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the New Rochelle PBA. The Ursuline School is at 1354 North Ave., New Rochelle.

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Thousands To Walk In Yorktown Heights Cancer Fundraiser Thousands To Walk In Yorktown Heights Cancer Fundraiser
Thousands To Walk In Yorktown Heights Cancer Fundraiser YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, N.Y. -- It’s not too late to join the thousands of local residents who will participate Sunday in Support Connection’s 21st Annual Support-A-Walk for Breast and Ovarian Cancer at FDR State Park in Yorktown Heights. The Support-A-Walk was founded by local residents to bring attention to the needs of people affected by breast and ovarian cancer. Proceeds help pay for Support Connection’s free support programs and services for those living with these diseases. Last year, close to 10,000 people participated in this community event. Participants complete a 3-mile walk, often in …

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Croton Falls Fire Department Hosts Fundraiser in North Salem Croton Falls Fire Department Hosts Fundraiser in North Salem
Croton Falls Fire Department Hosts Fundraiser in North Salem NORTH SALEM, N.Y. -- The Croton Falls Fire Department is holding a fundraiser at Purdy's Farmer & the Fish Restaurant in North Salem on Monday, Oct. 5 from 5 to 9 p.m.Tickets are $30, which include one free drink, snack and appetizers at the bar and on the porch. All tips at the bar will also be donated to the Fireman's Benevolent Fund. Tickets are available at the door. The event is being sponsored by Purdy's Farmer & the Fish Restaurant, Little Creek Farm Alpacas, Goldens Bridge Hounds, North Salem Bridle Trails Assoc., Old Salem Farm, Lake Katonah Electric, Heritage Fuel, Heritage…

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WCSU Art Gallery In Danbury Presents Retrospective On J. Pindyck Miller WCSU Art Gallery In Danbury Presents Retrospective On J. Pindyck Miller
Wcsu Art Gallery In Danbury Presents Retrospective On J. Pindyck Miller DANBURY, Conn. -- The Western Connecticut State University Department of Art will present a retrospective celebration spanning 40 years of creative works in sculpture and mixed media by New York artist J. Pindyck Miller.  The an exhibition is running from Thursday, Oct. 8 through Sunday, Dec. 6 at the university’s Visual and Performing Arts Center in Danbury. An opening reception for the show, "J. Pindyck Miller Decades, A Retrospective: Sculpture, Wall Reliefs and Works on Paper,” will be held on Thursday, Oct. 8, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Art Gallery at the arts center. Miller will …

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Schools
New Canaan High Theatre Kicks Off Season With Car-Boat Wash Fundraiser New Canaan High Theatre Kicks Off Season With Car-Boat Wash Fundraiser
New Canaan High Theatre Kicks Off Season With Car-Boat Wash Fundraiser NEW CANAAN, Conn. -- New Canaan High School Theatre kicked off the 2015-16 season Saturday with a highly successful car-boat wash fundraiser. All drama students worked in shifts to scrub and wash cars along with keeping up with the regular Saturday routine of working on sets, props and costumes. Included among the vehicles were a Maserati and a boat. The funds will help offset costs of the upcoming season. All performances will be held at the New Canaan High School auditorium. The season kicks off with the upperclassmen's play “The Orphan Train." The play tells the story of nine orpha…

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