Chamber Chatter for the Week of May 14, 2014
May 14, 2014: The outdoor Bronxville Farmers' Market opened on Saturday, May 10.
Save the date for the annual Bronxville Spring Sidewalk Sale on Friday, June 6, and Saturday, June 7! Bargains galore, plus a fun street fair on Saturday along Park Place. Stay tuned for details!
The Chamber is only a couple "likes" away from 500 on Facebook! Help us get there!
15 Minutes of Fame
We mentioned previously that the chef/owner of Mambo 64, Arlen Gargagliano, was to appear on The Food Network last week in a baking competition. SPOILER ALERT: she WON!!! It was a real nail-biter, but Arlen aced it with her knock-'em-dead variations on a Hostess cupcake! Don't miss Arlen's cooking class--see Events for info!
Trails to Treasures: Community Bolstering Community
The Junior League of Bronxville hosted its annual Trails to Treasures shopping event last week.
The JLB graciously devoted the back cover of its program to acknowledging the Bronxville Chamber of Commerce and the Chamber members who supported the event, namely: DC Ranieri Insurance Agency, Mrs. Morgan's Flower Shop, Henry Blom, DDS, Houlihan Lawrence, Eco Green Cleaners, The Clothes Doctor, Citrine, J.McLaughlin, Julia B. Fee/Sotheby's International, Lyte Body Fitness, The Rollins Agency, John L. Vorbach Company, Peter W. Williamson, People's United Bank, J.C. Fogarty's, Toney Toni & the Gang, Reformed Church Nursery School, Kawer's Tuckahoe Paint and Glass, Sarah Lawrence College, SoulCycle, and the Bronxville Farmers' Market.
Of special note is that all of the lovely floral arrangements were generously donated by Bob Krause of Mrs. Morgan's Flower Shop.
Several Chamber members provided special offers of 10 to 15% off to shoppers after their day of shopping: Blue Moon Mexican Café, Ernie's Wine Bar + EATS, Il Bacio Trattoria, Pete's Park Place Tavern, Sammy's Downtown Bistro, Topps Bakery, Topps Wine & Liquor, Underhills Crossing, and Wild Ginger.
The Chamber appreciates the JLB's commitment to supporting our local businesses and salutes the JLB for all they do to benefit our region through their extensive charitable work.
May Is National Pet Month
Here's what Westchester Magazine has to say about Provisions for Pets: "Steven Singer seems to have an innate connection with pets. . . . A colleague first visited the boutique when his dog stopped eating her food. 'Singer had a keen sense of what my dog might not be liking and what she would like better,' he says. He followed Singer's suggestion--'which was a huge hit with her.' That knowledge and attention extends to pet toys, bedding, and accessories, too." The store carries pet supplies for many types of animals--stop in at 110 Kraft Ave.
Paws and Play Pet Resort & Training Center is a family-owned and operated business whose primary goal is to make sure every guest feels like family. They accomplish this with tons of one-on-one attention and by providing a similar daily routine that your dog receives at home. With 4,000 square feet of fun, safe, indoor and outdoor play yards, it's like doggie camp. Find out for yourself why they earned the distinction of being named a Best of Westchester award winner!
Maros Pet Care is a local family-owned pet-sitting company with over 15 years' experience in Westchester. They have a true love for animals, and your pet's happiness is their top priority. Services include dog walking, cat sitting, and in-home pet care. For more information, contact Maria Anderson at 914-924-0522 or
Since 1977, Animal Health Care PC has been dedicated to providing quality, accessible veterinary care to all animals. Their animal hospital in Eastchester combines the modernized, state-of-the-art care of a larger clinic with an uncommon level of personalized caring. Animal Health Care PC offers a full medical surgical and boarding facility, in-house imaging and diagnostics, personalized attentive care, and convenient house calls. Take 50% off your pet's first exam. 35 Tuckahoe Ave., Eastchester. Info: 914-961-4045.
Tuckahoe Animal Hospital and Pet Center is a full-service animal hospital offering quality care, from vaccines to challenging internal medicine cases and surgery, as well as boarding, grooming, and nutrition. Their website offers a slew of services--including online retail, care guides, staff profiles, and more. Plus, sign up for their online pet portal to be able to request a refill of your pet's medication or food--even when the practice is closed. 914-395-1500. 20 Depot Sq., Tuckahoe.
The Bronxville School PTA is organizing a dog parade as part of its Memorial Day Weekend celebration, and all pooches are invited. The parade around The Bronxville School will begin at 11:30 am on Saturday, May 24. Dogs parade around town and then compete to win prizes, including "Best in Show."
If you have room in your home for a furry friend, follow the weekly feature on MyhometownBronxville.com called "Pet of the Week." Each edition profiles a different animal seeking a loving home.
Around Town
Topps Wine & Liquor is offering a special on Inglenook Napa Cabernet 2010--only $59.99 (regularly $79.99). Two-bottle minimum. 98 Pondfield Rd.
Breezeway now carries gold Fit in Clouds--portable ballet flats that fit in your purse for when your feet can't take it anymore! Kraft Ave.
The Silk Road has an eclectic assortment of merchandise worth browsing: bold jewelry, colorful salad bowls, even Tibetan chimes! 101 Pondfield Rd.
Gramatan Travel's May special: For stays at the Half Moon Club between May 15 and October 31, 2014 (if booked by May 31), receive an upgrade on the exclusive Virtuoso amenity of $100 spa credit toward one 50-minute Swedish massage per room (an additional $60 value to the guests). As for the terms: combinable with any other promotions or packages currently offered; maximum three per booking; capacity controlled and subject to availability at time of booking; new bookings only. 914-337-1333.
Train and save at I Train with Juan: for every personal-training session you purchase in May, receive a percentage off your next purchase in June. 855-458-2648.
Bronxville Hearing Center wants to adopt your child's school band. Call them at 914-337-0018.
Provisions for Pets now carries frozen dog and cat food by Stella and Chewy. They have $3.99 introductory-sized bags of dog food in chicken, beef, lamb, and duck. Kraft Ave.
Once again, the dental practice of Joseph F. Manzi, DDS, is happy to offer all high school students attending this year's prom a special reduced price of only $100 for Opalescence Boost in-office whitening. This procedure is ideal for people who want instant whitening gratification for special events that require a bright smile. With Opalescence Boost you can achieve that bright smile in less than an hour, and there is virtually no sensitivity. Call 914-652-7333 to schedule an appointment.
Events--Shopping, Dining, Education, Entertainment, and More
Enjoy piano bar entertainment while dining on fine cuisine at Underhills Crossing--Wednesday through Sunday. 74.5 Pondfield Rd.
A complimentary MELT session will be offered at Weezie D. on Wednesday, May 14, 7:00 to 8:00 pm. MELT is a self-treatment method that helps relieve chronic pain, improves performance, and decreases the accumulated stress that comes from the repetitive postures and movements of our daily living. Bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing. To register, either call 914-337-1008 or email your full name to
Have you been named an executor of an estate? Sign up for How to Be an Executor, a class at the Bronxville Adult School taught by David Otis Fuller of Bosworth, Gray & Fuller. This presentation provides an overview of the legal rights and responsibilities of an executor and explains filing for probate, gathering assets, paying debts, the spousal election, beneficiary distributions, and general administration, including intestate estates. Learn about your liabilities, responsibilities, and commission. $30. Thursday, May 15, 7:00-9:00 pm.
Toney Toni and the Gang is gearing up for a Letarte trunk show on Friday, May 16, and Saturday, May 17, featuring tunics, dresses, cover-ups, and bathing suits! Perfect things for Memorial Day Weekend and getting ready for summer! 70 Pondfield Rd.
Join OSilas Gallery Friday, May 16, 5:00 to 7:00 pm for "Book pARTy Program": Story time and an art project for children in grades 1-5 (accompanied by an adult). A light supper will be served. Free, but registration is required; limited space available. RSVP by calling 914-337-9300, ext. 2262. This event is generously sponsored by Houlihan & O'Malley Real Estate Services.
The next coffeehouse at The Bronxville Women's Club will take place on Friday, May 16, 8:00 to 10:30 pm. Duo Essence performs, as does Peter C. North of Peter C. North Photography! $5. 914-337-3252, 135 Midland Ave.
Come see karate and krav maga self-defense and fighting demonstrations by KI Martial Arts-Westchester Krav Maga on Saturday, May 17, at 1:00 pm at the Eastchester Kids Safety Day/Traffic Expo. The expo will take place at 40 Mill Road. Free. Info: 914-961-1111.
ANDRUS's 10th Annual Golf Fore Kids event will be held on Monday, May 19, at Ardsley Country Club. The event will benefit ANDRUS's work with children and families throughout Westchester County. Cocktails, dinner, and live auction to follow play. Contact Judy Wood for more info: 914-965-3700, ext. 1318, or
Lawrence Hospital Center will hold Stroke Awareness Day on Tuesday, May 20. Free blood pressure and cholesterol screenings will be provided.
Are your investments working as hard for you as you have for them? Trustco Bank is offering an in-person review of your retirement and non-retirement assets by a certified financial planner on Wednesday, May 21, all day at its branch at 5-7 Park Place. Refreshments provided. Call Michael to schedule an appointment: 914-771-4180--or just drop in.
Don't miss the Bronxville Adult School class Talking and Making Tapas: Small Plates from Spain, Latin America and the Caribbean, offered on Thursday, May 29, 7:00 to 9:00 pm, led by local celebrity chef Arlen Gargaliano of Mambo 64! On the menu are asparagus with romesco sauce, Brazilian-style cheese puffs, Colombian chorizo, strawberry-jalapeno salsa, and more!
Also coming up at the Bronxville Adult School: Getting Started on LinkedIn on Thursday, May 29, led by Bridget Gibbons of Gibbons Digital Consultants. You'll learn how to complete your profile, build connections, and participate in groups, along with the most effective ways to use LinkedIn for networking, job searching, and B2B marketing.
The annual charity golf outing sponsored by J.C. Fogarty's is scheduled for Monday, June 16, at Sprain Lake ($150 per person/$100 hole sponsorship). 60 Kraft Ave.
Be Loyal—Buy Bronxville!
Susan Miele
