Last Friday's Weekend Scoop: June 24, 2011
GRADUATION! IF YOU HAVEN'T SEEN THE GREAT GRADUATION PICTURES ON MYHOMETOWNBRONXVILLE. TAKE A LOOK - IT WAS ANOTHER GREAT DAY and NIGHT!
HIT THE OUTDOORS! NOW you finally have time for some relaxing outdoor fun! Here are some ideas in case you don't have any!!!
TENNIS! Not a member of a Tennis Club? NO PROBLEM! Our Village courts are great and Mike will give lessons, recommend and string racquets and recommend clinics based on your skill level Click here for more information
HIKE! the Mianus River Gorge.....its so close and so amazing!!! or BEAR MOUTAIN!
BIKE! How about getting the bikes all fixed up and taking a bike ride after dinner?
or WALK! We love just walking after dinner - perfect quiet time to catch up and it's never a bad idea to walk off a meal!
LUNCH! What a concept! There will be NO RUSHING! How about taking one of your favorites to lunch at the ZOO! and then ride the Monorail and the bug Merry Go ROUND! or One thing we have always wanted to do and haven't YET is take a picnic and head on up to the Cloisters! or Wave Hill - SO STUNNING this time of year!
Ever been down to the Boat House? Have Brunch - another novel idea! Shakespeare In the Park?
Did you know you can take the kids up to Harvest on Hudson and let them play on their playground or in their gardens while you sit and munch on fabulous pizza?
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CHECK OUT OUR NEW GOODS FOR SALE!!!
If you want us to post something for you,email us a picture, a brief description and a price. We can help with the rest! We can also help you take pictures although we are not Pro's!
All of the following items are on the Bulletin Board under "Stuff for Sale"
Beautiful Refurbished Steinway Piano
Handwoven Romanian Rug 9X12
Wool Rug 5X8
Pair of Lounge Chairs (No Cushions)
Pair of Pillows!
Nightstand
1 Beautiful Vase (can totally make this into a lamp!)
Chandelier Iron and brass 12 light chandelier
@ 38 w x 40 h
$1,500
BIKE
Used - just needs to be taken
to a bike shop just for some oil
$75
(Come by and take a look!)
CLICK ON The Bulletin Board - Stuff for Sale to see details and prices for each item here OR contact Liza Near at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
JOB BOARD
There are a number of jobs on the Job Board - - including a bookeeper, program manager, clerk, series 7 reps and much more! Take a look!
RENTAL HOMES/TRAVEL
There are a couple of rental homes on the BB!
ENTERTAINMENT
Silent Movie Nights at the Bronxville Women's Club during the summer!
More info on the BB!
EVENTS
Summer Sale at Verano. 25% all spring and summer clothing until June 30th!
Food & Wine Tasting at the Bronxville Women's Club on Wed. Julu 13th 7pm - 10pm!
Consider the Concordia Campus facilities for an upcoming event! Their facilities are beautiful.
STUFF FOR SALE
There are 21 different items for sale from an i-phone to a bedroom set! Take a look!
LOOKING FOR...
Are you looking for summer help? A piece of furniture? Anything? Post under "Looking for" and we'll help you find it!
HEALTH & FITNESS
Stay fit by dancing - - square dancing, folk dancing, line dancing at the Bronxville Women's Club!
Balance Massage & Wellness!
(Remember Peter from Village Day Spa?) Special Offer - - $75 for a one hour massage. Limited Offer! Call today!
914-337-1631
CHILD CARE
There is a listing for a wonderful nanny who has 20 years experience teaching the blind
Go To The Bulletin Board to see more about these listings.
You Asked Ask Liza/Lisa
Do you have a name of a good Floor Stainer?
Colonial Wood Flooring
914-667-7676
Ask for Stan
How do you post items on the BB to buy or sell and how do you get the pictures on?
Many of you have asked us recently so we have included the complete instructions again this week. You will find them to the left underneath "Good For Sale"
Is there a way to rent a parking space in Bronxville other than going through the Village? Yes! The garage on Palmer Ave. rents spaces
AND WE HAVE LOTS OF NAMES OF BABYSITTERS, PET SITTERS AND PLANT WATERERS if you need them! Let us know! This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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WHAT EXACTLY IS THE BULLETIN BOARD???
The Bulletin Board is a page where you can post items for sale, vacation homes for rent, a nanny available, things you are looking for, and much more. It is totally free to view the Bulletin Board. The cost to post is $40/year and you can post as many times as you want.
HOW DO I REGISTER?
1) Go to MyHometownBronxville Bulletin Board
2) Click on "Register"
3) Fill in your information and click "okay"
4) You will be sent an email with your initial password
5) When you get your password, click on "login" and enter your password and follow instructions
6)Next a screen will come up asking you to purchase a one-year subscription (it's only $40 for a whole year and you can post as many times as you want)
7) You pay through PayPal (easy as can be)
8) We recommend you change your password to something you will remember by clicking on "my profile" and making your password something personal
9) To submit an ad, simply click on "submit ad" ...it is that simple
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EVENTS LAST WEEKEND
YOUNG AT ARTS presents GUYS and DOLLS this FRIDAY and SATURDAY, 7PM Christ Church, Bronxville (Taylor Hall entrance on Kensington) Admission $10 Great for the whole family!!
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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