The Chamber Chatter for December 2015
By Susan Miele, Executive Director, Bronxville Chamber of Commerce
Dec. 16, 2015: Bronxville Hometown Holiday
The Bronxville Chamber of Commerce and the Bronxville PTA teamed up for the first time to jointly produce a buy-local community event. The revamped holiday kickoff celebration included a tree-lighting celebration featuring the Bronxville Middle School Choristers, a holiday greeting from Mayor Mary Marvin, and a special appearance by Frosty the Snowman, who arrived via trolley and police escort.
A procession followed to Pondfield Road, where we unveiled Santa's Workshop, which had been mystically transformed from a vacant store to the North Pole and continued on Saturday as well. Other event highlights were Holiday Happy Hour--a grown-up holiday experience when some dozen stores served adult refreshments--and a window-decorating contest, for which individuals and teams of students from Bronxville High School competed for great prizes generously donated by the PTA. Many local businesses also participated in the special offers to Bronxville PTA members of 10% or more savings.
Mary Liz Mulligan Steps Down from Farmers' Market
With the end of the year also comes the end of an era: Mary Liz Mulligan, who founded the Bronxville Farmers' Market in 2002 and has nurtured it to become a formidable entity that attracts people from well beyond Bronxville, is turning over the reins to a new market manager. She has done yeoman's work, and neither rain, nor snow, nor heat wave, etc., have kept her from her duties. Her contributions to Bronxville are greatly appreciated, and we'll miss having her at the helm. We wish Mary Liz well in all her future endeavors--of which there will surely be many!
There will be a mini Bronxville Farmers' Market every Saturday in December at the regular site, 8:30 am to 1:00 pm. Central Bakery, Do-Re-Me Farm, FarmEats, and The Orchards of Concklin will be there!
Welcome Back!
Bayside Travel (previously Gramatan Travel) has moved its offices back to Bronxville, where it has been since the 1950s. All 40 of the Bayside Travel advisors will now operate out of one office to take advantage of the synergy of shared knowledge and experiences to bring their clients the best possible luxury travel services. The agency is part of the esteemed Virtuoso network and offers custom luxury travel experiences and concierge services. The office is located at 69 Pondfield Road. Phone number is 914-833-8880.
Feasting
Have a "Feast of the Seven Fishes" on Christmas Eve at Underhills Crossing. Their culinary team will prepare a spectacular array of seafood entrees, bringing this very special Christmas Eve tradition to Underhills, along with their regular dinner menu. Reservations are also being accepted for New Year's Eve. 74.5 Pondfield Rd.
Park 143 Bistro & Fish will be open Christmas Eve, so reserve your table now. Plus, the annual New Year's Eve bash returns! Enjoy the regular dinner, along with celebratory specials, a live DJ playing the sounds of yesterday and today, an open bar all night, and a champagne toast at midnight.
Lange's Deli's holiday catering menu includes homemade soups and main courses such as honey-glazed baked Virginia ham and lasagna with meat. Call 914-337-3354.
J & G Italian Deli has its "ho-ho-homemade" holiday catering menu available. Appetizer selections include stuffed mushrooms, seafood salad, clams oreganata, and eggplant rollatini; pasta dishes include lasagna (meat or vegetable) and linguini with clam sauce (red or white); and main dishes include chicken rollatini, filet mignon with portobello mushrooms and roasted potatoes, veal portabella, and stuffed calamari. Christmas Eve hours are 7:00 am to 5:00 pm. 914-664-3475.
Topps Bakery has adorable holiday baked goods ready to go, including stocking cookies, gingerbread houses, hot cocoa mix, and more. Place your special order as well! Pondfield Road.
Chantilly Patisserie has posted its Christmas menu of delectable treats--including bûche de Noël. Orders must be placed by December 20. Don't forget cookies for Santa! 135 Parkway Rd.
Get your prosecco and holiday spirits in town at Station Plaza Wine & Spirits or Topps Wine and Liquor.
Gifting
Womrath Bookshop will special-order titles that aren't in stock, and arrival time can be less than a week. Try them first: 914-337-0199. 76 Pondfield Road.
J. Pocker & Son is still able to accept custom framing orders for Christmas giving. They can accept holiday orders through December 17. Experience why they're quoted this month in Westchester Home as experts in creating gallery walls. 65 Pondfield Road.
Objects & Images Fine Art is sure to provide you with a truly unique gift for the art lover in your life. There's a variety of styles to choose from. Pondfield Road.
Give the gift of art classes! OSilas offers hands-on art projects at each session taught by experts, with all materials included. Classes are taught Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 7:30 to 9:30 pm. Fees are $35 ($30 for members) for one class or a pack of five classes for $150 ($125 for members). Call Liz Levine with any questions: 914-337-9300, ext. 2433.
If you shopped at Breezeway recently, don't be fooled into thinking you've already seen all their merchandise. New fashion accessories have been arriving continuously, and there's something for every taste and price point--jewelry, purses, hats, scarves, and more. Kraft Avenue.
Yum Yum Tree has decided to launch its winter clearance sale before Christmas! The more you purchase, the more you save. 96 Pondfield Rd.
Take advantage of Fabio's Hair Salon's holiday offerings, valid until the end of the year. Get a free conditioning treatment with the purchase of any "ready to give" product set. Get customized gift baskets; the more you spend, the more you save--plus a free haircut with purchases of five or more products (min. purchase $50). Get a free conditioning treatment when you purchase $50-$99 value gift cards and a free conditioning treatment plus product set with a purchase of $100 or more in gift cards. 914-337-1482. 137 Parkway Rd.
Fabulous wreaths and holiday décor items are beautifully on display at Mrs. Morgan's Flower Shop on Parkway Road. Walk into the store and you'll want your home to look like it does there!
What better gift for our parents or other older relatives than a membership in Gramatan Village? Call 914-337-1338.
Shop for frames, photo albums, and photo gifts at Lewiko Imaging Art! 108 Pondfield Road.
Pure Barre is offering up to 50% off apparel and up to 25% off DVDs through Friday, December 11.
Yes, even the festive holiday décor in the windows at The Flower Shop of Tryforos and Pernice is for sale! Their centerpieces are showstoppers, too!
If online ordering is for you, why not order from your local Bronxville retailers? Online purchasing is available from Station Plaza Wine & Spirits, Citrine Adrian East, The Silk Road, La Gravinese Jewelers, Pure Mountain Olive Oils and Vinegars, and Womrath Bookshop, to name a few.
Still not sure what to get for everyone on your list? Many Bronxville-area merchants offer gift cards! In addition to those mentioned above, these include Haiku Asian Bistro, Kraft Bistro, Il Bacio Trattoria, Underhills Crossing, Beer Noggin, Ernie's Wine Bar + EATS, Blue Moon Mexican Café, Lange's Deli of Bronxville, Stillmeadow Gourmet, J. Pocker & Son, NORTH, Blow & Beyond, Lyte Body Fitness, Bow Tie Cinemas, Fabio's Hair Studio, Bronxville Adult School, Toney Toni and the Gang, Candy Rox, Bronxville Wellness Sanctuary, Value Drugs, and Sarah Lawrence College Writing Institute, to name a few.
The Out-of-Towners
Don't forget that The UPS Store can take care of all your shipping needs for those gifts and cookie tins for those outside of town. It's a one-stop shop--bubble wrap, packing tape, packaging, and more. They make it easy so it's one less thing you have to think about. 81 Pondfield Rd.
Traveling for the holidays? Arrange your pooch's holiday with Paws and Play Pet Resort and pick up a gift for his stocking at Provisions for Pets.
For your own excursions, book your airport transit with Eastchester Trip Service.
Be Loyal—Buy Bronxville!
Susan Miele
Shops Directory
Silver Spoon
Silver Spoon is a unique gift shop specializing in beautiful clothing and gifts for babies and young children, including adorable dresses and outfits for girls and boys, sweaters, bedding, baby gifts and accessories. They also carry gifts for adults including throws, cosmetic bags and other special items. Silver Spoon specializes in monogramming to create truly personalized items and gifts. They also offer a baby gift registry and complimentary gift wrap.
81 Pondfield Road
Bronxville, New York 10708
914-771-7645
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Toney Toni & The Gang
Born and raised in Westchester County, Kim Linn opened her boutique in Bronxville in 1995. Toney Toni & the Gang offers a curated selection of women's clothing, shoes & accessories. Ulla Johnson, Birds of Paradis, A Piece Apart, Clare V, Repeat Cashmere, Pons Quintana, White & Warren, Lilla P, Melissa Nepton are just a few of the designers found in the store.
Bronxville Wellness Sanctuary
Bronxville Wellness Sanctuary builds on an ancient tradition of mind, body, and spirit focus that is essential to total health, life balance, and true peace. Our clients experience an increase in well-being by participating in individualized holistic services including massage, facials, energy healing services, meditation, yoga therapy, and workshops
Schedule your appointment online
Purchase a gift certificate online
14 Studio Arcade
Bronxville, NY 10708
914-337-9356
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Posh Beauty Boutique
POSH Beauty Boutique is a luxury spa offering the ultimate in body therapies and skincare. The founder of POSH Beauty Boutique is Bronxville resident Diana Rainsford who is a master Reflexologist and Esthetician.
POSH offers customized facials, massage, waxing, spray tans, professional makeup applications and much more including customized, all-inclusive packages for your bachelorette party, special birthday, or for fun with your friends. Little Miss packages are also available for your little princess’s special occasions.
POSH uses Eminence Organic Skin Care for all their facials. Body treatments are performed in their luxuriously appointed Hydrotherapy room with Vichy shower.
118 Pondfield Road
Bronxville, NY 10708
914-361-1277
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Rain Natural Skin Care
Rain Natural Skincare is the home for a wide range of handmade luxurious body and skincare products that are made from natural ingredients, harnessing the power of nature to rejuvenate and nourish your skin.
Value Drugs of Bronxville
Value Drugs of Bronxville has been a member of the Bronxville Community for over twenty years. They are a family center where you can find a large variety of items. They have over fifty departments including toys, clothing, home goods and everything else you need from your neighborhood drug store. They have a full-service pharmacy with free delivery. You can also find a large variety of seasonal goods for every time of year.
80 Pondfield Rd
Bronxville, NY 10708-3801
(914) 337-2520
Bronxville Vision Care
Bronxville Vision Care offers eye examinations and same-day service on most eyeglasses and contact lens services. The center is open every day and accepts most vision plans, including VSP, Eye Med, Spectera, and Pomco. John Dello Russo is the optician and Dr. Josephine Russo is the optometrist. Dr. Russo, a graduate of SUNY Optometry, has been in practice since 1996. Mr. Dello Russo, who has an MBA in finance and is an adjunct instructor at CUNY, has been an optician since 1976 and is designated a Master of Ophthalmic Optics by the American Board of Opticianry.
10 Park Place
Bronxville, NY
914-337-4440
Trapp Opticians
Founded in 1945, Trapp Opticians has been proud to serve Bronxville and Lower Westchester with the highest level of care and expertise in eye care. Our Optometrist offers comprehensive eye examinations and contact lens fittings. Trapp offers the best quality in eyewear and sun wear including a large selection of children’s eyewear and sportswear.
M-F 8:30-5:00PM
Sat 9:30-3:00PM
42 Pondfield Rd.
Bronxville, NY 10708
(914) 337-0707
Tryforos & Pernice Florist
The Tryforos family has roots in the floral industry since the late 1800's and is privileged to be serving Bronxville since 1963. Their distinctive arrangements and bouquets consist of top of the market flowers from Holland, New Zealand, South America, the Pacific Basin and the US. For the floral enthusiast, all of their arrangements are customized from classic to trendy themes with inventive designs. Lush, dense packed vase arrangements in clear, low square, round glass, terra cotta and leaf lined vases are always available. They have beautiful orchids; potted and cut, as well as green and flowering plants which vary by season. They are pleased to present your unique inspirations for gift giving. Their customer base: "Busy People". They deliver and send flowers worldwide.
M-F: 9am-6pm
Sat.: 9am-5pm
73 Pondfield Road
Bronxville, NY 10708
914.337.2525
www.tryforosflorist.com
Framebridge
All of us have things sitting in boxes, drawers, and on our phones that we’d rather have up on our walls. At Framebridge, we’re making custom framing so easy and delightful that you’re inspired to celebrate everything you love–big, little and in-between. Whether digital photo or physical item, single frame or gallery wall, Framebridge has you covered. With our transparent pricing, there are no surprises. The price you see is the price you’ll pay–and shipping is always free. With over two dozen frame styles and mat options, you're sure to find the perfect combo to bring your piece to life. You can even personalize it with a brass plate, mat caption, or story pocket! Whether it’s macaroni art or a Picasso sketch, we treat every piece like a masterpiece.
Bronxville Furriers
Established in 1926, Bronxville Furrier has a long history as a trusted full service fur retailer. Luxurious furs, reversible garments, shearlings, Loro Piana cashmeres and accessories can be found here.
We offer a range of services that include Certified cold storage, cleaning and glazing, alterations and repairs. Our remodel program gives our customers the opportunity to Redesign and Modernize garments that no longer work with their lifestyles or fit properly.
Silver Spoon
Silver Spoon is a unique gift shop specializing in beautiful clothing and gifts for babies and young children, including adorable dresses and outfits for girls and boys, sweaters, bedding, baby gifts and accessories. They also carry gifts for adults including throws, cosmetic bags and other special items. Silver Spoon specializes in monogramming to create truly personalized items and gifts. They also offer a baby gift registry and complimentary gift wrap.
81 Pondfield Road
Bronxville, New York 10708
914-771-7645
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The Silk Road
We are a unique boutique specializing in Home Decor, Gifts, Annabelle's and Seely Mini Jewelry, Bedding, and Clothing. We carry noteworthy items from Simon Pearce, Julie Vos, Dash and Albert, Fermob, Calaisio and many others. Gift wrapping is available.
Continental 109
Continental 109 has a 60-year history of providing exceptional hair styling, color and essential services for beauty and well being. The salon is led by owner and stylists, Nick and Mark DeVincenzo.
Built on the tradition of superior customer service, their full service salon stays fresh and exciting through ongoing training and immersion in the best that the world of beauty and fashion has to offer.
Everything about us is leading-edge with a complete focus on our guests. This commitment, and our talented staff, are the reasons why you will come to enjoy the Continental 109 experience.
Centrally located in the elegant village of Bronxville, the salon is easy to reach by car or train. Discover us, and reveal a more beautiful, more vibrant you!
109 Pondfield Road
Bronxville, NY 10708
914.793.4198
914.793.4198
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Bacione Pasta Shop
Bacione Pasta Shop offers fresh pasta and sauces using high quality ingredients to create delicious pasta dishes loaded with flavor. Come in and enjoy the cuisine of Italy right here in Bronxville.
You can order from eleven kinds of fresh pasta by the pound and then choose from eight homemade sauces to complete your meal. Add-ons include: chicken, sausage, meatballs, mozzarella, ricotta and broccoli.
Bacione also sells loaves of Italian and focaccia bread and freshly prepared containers of homemade lasagna, vegetarian lasagna, sausage ragu and meat dishes to take home. Dessert offerings are: tiramisu, flan and panna cotta. Drink choices are Italian sodas.
Ladle of Love
Ladle of Love, 18 Palmer Avenue - just across the street from New York Presbyterian Westchester Hospital - stands for consciously - sourced food, community support and a caring work family.
Whether you're picking up from the shop, getting delivery by ordering at ladleoflove.com or crafting a catering with founder/owner, Leslie Lampert, Ladle of Love promises healthful, delicious food from award winning soups and stews to sandwiches, salads, sweets and supper selections. (We have daily curbside pickup at The Boys and Girls Club in Mt. Kisco.)
The UPS Store
The UPS Store is a great place to send a package, print documents, open a mailbox or purchase business supplies. You are assured great service and a personal touch.
81 Pondfield Rd
Bronxville, NY 10708-3817
914- 779-0140
http://www.theupsstorelocal.com/1363/
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