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Fairgoers Get Fitness Tips At Mahopac Event MAHOPAC, N.Y. - The Carmel Recreation and Parks Department’s fitness fair was held on Saturday at Sycamore Park in Mahopac from noon to 4 p.m. At the fair, Carmel and Mahopac residents learned helpful tips about getting in shape, eating healthy and individual fitness programs

by Ken Davis

09/23/2015

News

Grace Farms Prepares For Unveiling In New Canaan NEW CANAAN, Conn. -- Grace Farms, a new center for nature, arts, community, justice and faith, will open on Oct. 9 in New Canaan with two days of special performances, public talks and family programs.The two-day inaugural celebration kicks off on Friday, Oct. 9 at 5:30 p.m. It will feature artists, performers, speakers and nonprofit partners who have established relationships with Grace Farms. Activities will include the unveiling of site-specific commissioned artworks by Thomas Demand, Teresita Fernández and Susan Philipsz, as well as a textile piece created by Olafur Eliasson. The even…

by Ken Davis

09/23/2015

Schools

Greenwich Education Group Hires Torsie Judkins To Head Academic Services GREENWICH, Conn. -- Greenwich Education Group has appointed Torsie Judkins as the director of academic services. Judkins brings more than15 years of experience working in private secondary school administration. “We are proud to have someone with such vast experience and talent join us. Torsie has a long track record of success in a wide variety of roles in private school administration," said Vicky Newman, founder and executive director of GEG. "His focus on understanding the diverse needs and strengths of students and his passion to help them reach their academic potential al…

by Ken Davis

09/23/2015

Events

Garden Club of Peekskill Teaches About Guarding Against Deer PEEKSKILL, N.Y. -- Noted horticulturist and author Ruth Rogers Clausen will be the featured speaker at the Garden Club of Peekskill's Community Outreach Meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 6 at 7:30 p.m.Clausen, author of the guide "50 Beautiful Deer-Resistant Plants," will discuss how to properly maintain your garden and smart ways to keep deer away without installing a fence. Clausen trained in England and now lives in Maryland. She travels widely, lecturing for gardening success. The former horticulture editor for Country Living Gardener, she has written additional books, including "…

by Ken Davis

09/22/2015

Events

Cookies For Kids' Cancer Benefit Coming To Peekskill PEEKSKILL, N.Y. -- The Cookies For Kids' Cancer Benefit/Music Festival will be from 2-8 p.m. Sunday in Peekskill . The event will help raise much-needed money for pediatric cancer research. It will feature music from local groups Vintage Vinyl and Sands of Time, as well as several door prizes and raffles, including two tickets to The Westchester Broadway Theater and The Paramount Hudson Valley Theater. The benefit/music festival will be at the Elks Lodge at 1038 Brown St. Tickets are available at Eventbite.com or at the door. The ticket price is $20, which includes dinner and non-alcoholic …

by Ken Davis

09/22/2015

Events

Get Health, Wellness Information At Jefferson Valley Mall Event YORKTOWN, HEIGHTS, N.Y. -- Healthy habits will be made fun during the upcoming Kidgits Health and Wellness event at the Jefferson Valley Mall (Center Court) in Yorktown Heights on Saturday from noon to 1:30 p.m.Local families will get the opportunity to meet area health-care and fitness professionals, personal trainers and nutritionists, such as Intrigue Dance & Fitness and Sharon’s Little Chefs, while enjoying musical entertainment from Gymboree Play & Music. There will also be delicious and nutritious snacks available and special dentistry-themed arts and crafts projects. Kidgits …

by Ken Davis

09/22/2015

Neighbors

'Strength In Recovery' Offers Free Luncheon In Stamford STAMFORD, Conn. -- To salute professionals who help in the journey of individual recovery, Communities 4 Action will host "Strength in Recovery," a free luncheon for professionals, in Stamford on Thursday, Sept. 24 from noon to 1: 30 p.m. The event coincides with National Recovery Month. Joyce Sixsmith, LADC Consultant for Communities 4 Action, said the purpose of the luncheon is to recognize the dedication of both treatment professionals and attorneys who support their clients and their loved ones in recovery, provide them with an update on current local initiatives, and also give…

by Ken Davis

09/22/2015

Events

Ridgefield's Ballard Park Hosting Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off RIDGEFIELD, Conn. -- The third Annual Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off will take place at Ballard Park in Ridgefield on Sunday, Sept. 27, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Pumpkin growers from around the region will compete for cash prizes. The weigh-off begins at noon, which will be followed by an award ceremony. The event will also include music; kids' crafts and activities; a pumpkin-carving demonstration; food and ice cream; exhibitors; shopping; farm stands; and the opportunity to meet the pumpkin growers and learn about pumpkin growing.

by Ken Davis

09/22/2015

News

Stamford Group Sponsors Ambassador's Talk On Iran Deal GREENWICH, Conn. — Ambassador Dennis Ross will be making a sold-out appearance in Greenwich to speak about the Iran nuclear agreement.The special event Thursday at 7:30 p.m. is presented by UJA Greenwich, JCC Greenwich and the United Jewish Federation of Greater Stamford, New Canaan and Darien. Ross will also be presenting his latest book, "Doomed to Succeed: The U.S.-Israel Relationship from Truman to Obama," a history of the sometimes-fraught, occasionally tense but always essential relationship between the U.S. and Israel. Books will be available for purchase at the event. Ros…

by Ken Davis

09/22/2015

Events

Waccabuc's Mead Memorial Chapel Holding Benefit Concert WACCABUC, N.Y. -- Mead Memorial Chapel Benefit Concert and Dinner will be held at Mead Memorial Chapel in Waccabuc on Sunday, Oct. 18 at 4:30 p.m.The benefit concert and dinner will feature Sing We Enchanted, the multi-talented a cappella vocal ensemble of eight singers (including two Waccabuc residents, Linda Broudy and David Eggers). The ensemble has performed in numerous venues across the tri-state area and is currently in its 22nd year of performances. Sing We Enchanted performs music of the Renaissance and Baroque eras as well as American repertoire and many varieties of holiday music.…

by Ken Davis

09/22/2015

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