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Jeanne Muchnick, Daily Voice Deputy Editor, Content, has covered everything from baby advice for Parents Magazine to travel finds for The Rough Guides to human interest features for The New York Times to lifestyle insights for prevention.com. She has been a Senior Editor at top national women's magazines including Woman's World and Woman's Day and was instrumental in the launch of Gannett's InTown, Rockland and Putnam magazines. She is also the author of Dinner for Busy Moms, a 2010 Mom's Award winner. Among her favorite things to write about: Her neighbors and surrounding communities. So email her and fill her in on what's happening near you. And, follow her on Instagram @dailyvoicefeatures.

Jeanne was formerly a deputy editor at Daily Voice.

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Events

Show Your Green Spirit At One Of Westchester's St. Patrick's Day Parades WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y.-- St. Patrick's Day cheer is in the air as folks gear up for shamrocks, parades and let's face it -- corned beef, cabbage and beer, not necessarily in that order. The holiday ranks as one of the biggest cultural celebrations in the U.S., with towns and cities across our area boasting their own traditions. A bunch of events have already taken place across Westchester but more are scheduled for this week. Chime in and tell us where you're going. And don't forget to send us your photos (email jmuchnick@dailyvoice.com). In the meantime, here's a sampling of what's comin…

by Jeanne Muchnick

03/16/2016

Lifestyle

DVlicious: Bad Ass Coffee In Wappingers Falls Wins Fans With Hawaiian Vibe WAPPINGERS FALLS, N.Y. -- Dutchess County is full of places to get your caffeine fix, but if you want to perk up with the strongest espresso, the richest cappuccino or the most thoughtfully made cuppa joe, there are a handful of absolute musts -- at least according to Daily Voice readers who selected three among the best of the best. Each is now vying for a spot in our ongoing DVlicious contest. The winner will be chosen Monday, March 21 at 5 p.m., soon after voting closes. In the meantime, here’s a brief profile of one our our finalists. Each nominee is being highlighted this week before th…

by Daily Voice

03/16/2016

Events

Step Off At Parades To Celebrate St. Patrick's Day In Fairfield County FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- They say everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day, and no doubt Fairfield County residents would agree. With the big day on Thursday, many residents are getting ready to step off at a parade, gather for a flag-raising and join friends for a celebration. A sampling of local events follows: Thursday, March 17 The Norwalk Police Emerald Society will hold its inaugural Norwalk St. Patrick's Day Parade with Mayor Harry Rilling as the grand marshal. It begins with a ceremony in front of Norwalk Police Headquarters at 10:30 a.m., followed by the parade at 11 a.m. The pa…

by Jeanne Muchnick

03/16/2016

Business

Shelton's Written Words Bookstore Thrives On Community, Cross-Promotion SHELTON, Conn. -- It's not easy being a small, local business but Dorothy Sim-Broder, owner of Written Word Bookstore in Shelton, seems to have found the "secret sauce." One look at the "About Us" portion of her website will have you smiling, if not downright enthralled, when you read her honest portrayal of the "the drama, the suspense, the heartbreak, and the horror" of starting this business in 2007. The store, which moved to its current location in May 2015, is all about the love of books. Sim-Broder runs the store with her husband, David, a financial plann…

by Jeanne Muchnick

03/15/2016

Neighbors

Goldens Bridge Violinist Pairs With Pianist For South Salem Performance GOLDENS BRIDGE, N.Y. -- Internationally acclaimed violinist Ani Kavafian usually has to travel long distances to play concerts but on Sunday, March 20, she'll be playing close to home as part of the South Salem-based Sanctuary Series. Kavafian, a professor of music at Yale University and a Goldens Bridge resident, will appear with Pianist Lindsay Garritson, offering a "Les Liaisons Musicale" program featuring sonatas by Debussy and Fauré. "To be amongst friends and family is right in my comfort zone.... especially in beautiful Westchester," said Kavafian of the upcoming…

by Jeanne Muchnick

03/14/2016

Events

Get Your Green On At Irish-Themed Events In Stony Point, Garnerville ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. --They say everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day, and no doubt Rockland residents would agree. A sampling of events follows. Feel free to add your own by sharing your comments on our Facebook page or post to our calendar listings (it's free!). Wednesday, March 16 Celebrate St. Paddy's Day a day early with your kids at the Rose Memorial Library in Stony Point starting at 4:30 p.m. Make a coloring craft, then enjoy a short performance of Irish step-dancing by the students of the McLoughlin School of Irish Dance. Registration required. Information: www.rosememoriallibrar…

by Jeanne Muchnick

03/14/2016

Lifestyle

DV Home Cooking: Creating A Fast, Easy Tuna Recipe MAHOPAC, N.Y. -- DV Home Cooking is a new series devoted to readers and their recipes. All we ask is that you're a home cook, not a professional chef. Got a favorite dish you want to share? Send it, along with the story behind it, to DVHomeCooking@dailyvoice.com. Home Cook: Ginger Vaccaro, Mahopac, N.Y. "This was one of my favorite dishes growing up and continues to be! My mom would make this on Fridays for dinner as we were Catholic and were not allowed to eat meat. It's simple, quick and inexpensive, but most of all delicious and nutritious." Recipe: Torri Tunafish Macaroni In…

by Ginger Vaccaro

03/13/2016

Events

Get Your Green On At Putnam's Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade Ready to get those Irish eyes smiling and those feet stepping? The annual Northern Westchester and Putnam St. Patrick’s Day Parade -- the third largest in New York State -- is Sunday, March 13 at 2 p.m. It takes place on Rt. 6 in Mahopac by the Firehouse. Every year the line of marchers continues to grow with bands and groups coming from as far away as Ireland. In the past, according to the Emerald Association of Putnam County website, there were over 100 groups comprising more than 2,500 marchers, including 18 bands and close to 6,000 spectators. Details at www.emeraldapc.com/events/parad…

by Jeanne Muchnick

03/11/2016

Events

Get Your Green On At St. Patrick's Day Events Throughout Fairfield County FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- They say everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day, and no doubt Fairfield County residents would agree. Celebrations kick off early -- starting now -- and provide plenty of opportunities to get your green on. A sampling of events follows. Feel free to add more on our Facebook page or adding your own to our calendar listings (it's free!). Saturday, March 12 The Lenihan School of Irish Dance troupe will perform a costumed, spirited show at Pequot Library in Southport (720 Pequot Ave.). Information: (203)259-0346 or www.pequotlibrary.org/. Thursday, March 17 The Nor…

by Jeanne Muchnick

03/11/2016

Events

Bedford Chamber Concert Series Continues With All Bach Recital BEDFORD, N.Y. --The Bedford Chamber Concert Series at St. Matthew’s Church resumes on Wednesday, March 16, with a program that features keyboardist Anthony Newman presenting an all-Bach concert including the Goldberg Variations, the Italian Concerto and the Chromatic Fantasia. Newman, a Stamford resident known for his masterful performances (see previous Daily Voice story HERE), promised he'll play the pieces with vigor. Since the Goldberg Variations are known for being rather long and slowly played, he told Daily Voice: “I am into the quick version.” A bit of history for those who don't u…

by Jeanne Muchnick

03/10/2016

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