An Afternoon of Design Inspiration: A Tour of Design Legend Russel Wright’s Home

Design inspiration and decorating ideas abound at design legend Russel Wright’s home just a few miles up the river in Garrison, NY.  An afternoon tour of his estate, known as […] Read more »
Kayak test drives, part of the fun at Aug. 7 River Day

Summer Fun on Tap at Van Cortlandt Manor’s River Day

Looking for an affordable way to test drive a kayak, visit an historic site, and spend some time outdoors? Bring the kids to River Day at Van Cortlandt Manor on […] Read more »
Irvington Village Administrator Lawrence S. Schopfer

In Irvington, Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow — Tax Cap Tightens the Screws

In June, the New York State Legislature passed — and with much fanfare Governor Cuomo signed into law — a  state-wide tax cap of 2%. This means that local villages […] Read more »

Go Legends!

Congratulations to the Sleepy Hollow Legends Lacrosse 1st & 2nd Grade team!  The team finished the 2011 season undefeated with a record of 11-0-1.  The team has been practicing every […] Read more »

Lucky 13 — PHR Celebrates Anniversary

An “Attitude of Gratitude” is what Lori J. Arena, CPE, has — as her company, PHR Center for Electrolysis, Inc. celebrates its 13th anniversary this month.  “I am grateful for […] Read more »
Laura Haupt, owner Bark & Meow, Tarrytown

Celebrating Four Furry Years!

Happy 4th Anniversary Bark & Meow! Tarrytown’s Bark & Meow opened their doors four years ago, specializing in organic and natural pet food and treats for cats and dogs as […] Read more »

Travel Abroad Without Leaving Home, Tarrytown’s EF School Offers Host Families & Mentors Just That

At EF New York, our students define diversity. They come from every corner of the globe, representing over 40 countries. They range from the eager age of 10 to the […] Read more »
Pirates of the Hudson; The Siege opf Sleepy Hollow

Aaargh! It’s a Pirates Life for Thee at Philipsburg Manor this Fourth of July Weekend

Gangs of blackbeards and beauties will be swashbuckling their way though Sleepy Hollow this Fourth of July weekend as Historic Hudson Valley launches a brand-new family friendly event called “Pirates […] Read more »
Around the House with Kitty Burruss River Journal

Using Feng Shui to Improve Your Fame, Wealth & Career

After reading my article on Feng Shui in the last issue of the River Journal, I will assume that you’ve devoted the last few weeks to de-cluttering and are now […] Read more »

Raising Adults Not Children

It’s that time of year again…. caps and gowns, summer jobs, preparing for the next stage in life.  I have written here more than a couple of Junes, hailing our […] Read more »