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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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Garrison Restaurateur Focuses On Hudson Valley At His New Peekskill Eatery Garrison Restaurateur Focuses On Hudson Valley At His New Peekskill Eatery
Garrison Restaurateur Focuses On Hudson Valley At His New Peekskill Eatery GARRISON, N.Y. -- The three-month-old restaurant/live music venue, The Hudson Room may be in Peekskill, but it's roots are in Putnam. That's because Chef/Owner Louis Lanza owns Lanza Farms, a 39-acre homestead in Garrison and is big on using not only what his farm produces, but what's available in the Hudson Valley.  His "sunnyside Lanza egg" for example, is found on the restaurant's "Farm Salad," nestled next to frisse, romaine, grilled chorizo, grilled cauliflower, cabot cheddar-gouda cheese and maple-red wine vinaigrette.  "It's important to know where your food is coming from," s…

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by Jeanne Muchnick
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Donut Fridays And More At B:Hive Bridgeport Donut Fridays And More At B:Hive Bridgeport
Donut Fridays And More At B:Hive Bridgeport BRIDGEPORT, CONN -- There's lots going on at the B:Hive in downtown Bridgeport this month, starting with locally made doughnuts on Fridays. A brief rundown: Donut Day: Whisk + Brush original donuts may be finished with the Black Rock Farmers Market season, but its Donut Stand will be set up Friday, Nov. 7 (and every Friday) at B:Hive Bridgeport from 8 to 11 a.m. Stop in to snag a donut and coffee or stay to enjoy your treat at the co-working space; $5 for donut and coffee or $10 for donut, coffee, and a space to work for the day.  On Saturday, Nov. 15, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. it's "…

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by Jeanne Muchnick
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Port Chester's Nessa Celebrates Its Tenth Year With New Menu, Cocktails Port Chester's Nessa Celebrates Its Tenth Year With New Menu, Cocktails
Port Chester's Nessa Celebrates Its Tenth Year With New Menu, Cocktails PORT CHESTER, N.Y. -- In celebration of its 10th year in business, nessa has dug deep to its roots and been "recreated," according to Owner Marc Tessitore. In other words: The restaurant's original chef, executive chef Brady Duhame, came back over the summer and made some major changes. "We started early and worked late," said Tessitore.  "Weekend after weekend he came [from Boston] and we challenged ourselves, creatively and physically with new recipes, new ways of thinking and slicing and butchering and slow roasting.  It was a month long marathon of a cooking extravaganza." The resul…

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by Jeanne Muchnick
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Morgan Stanley Executive Discusses Global Economy At Bedford Church Morgan Stanley Executive Discusses Global Economy At Bedford Church
Morgan Stanley Executive Discusses Global Economy At Bedford Church BEDFORD, N.Y. -- Bedford resident Gregory J. Fleming, the president of Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, will speak at St. Matthew's Church, at 7:30 p.m on Thursday, Nov. 6. The event is free and open to the public.  In his discussion, entitled "Global Economy: Five Years After The Credit Crisis,” the executive, who also holds the position of President, Morgan Stanley Investment Management, will review the slow pace at which the global economy has recovered from the credit crisis, where we are today, and key trends over the next five to ten years. The event is part of the church's “Dist…

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by Jeanne Muchnick
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White Plains Students Perform 'Legally Blonde' At City Place White Plains Students Perform 'Legally Blonde' At City Place
White Plains Students Perform 'Legally Blonde' At City Place WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- "Legally Blonde The Musical" is being performed Nov. 7-9 by seventh to 12th grade students enrolled in the White Plains Performing Arts Center's (WPPAC) Conservatory program . The show follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, snobbery, and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. According to Director of Education, Ariana Moses the program is both artistic and educational, holding students to high standards while providing them with the tools necessary to meet those standards. Tickets are $25 for adults; $20 students. The show is at 8 p.m., …

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by The Daily Voice
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Bedford's Martha Stewart Stirs Up One-Pot Wonders Bedford's Martha Stewart Stirs Up One-Pot Wonders
Bedford's Martha Stewart Stirs Up One-Pot Wonders BEDFORD, N.Y. -- Area resident and national lifestyle expert Martha Stewart stirs up some of her latest favorites in her newly released book One Pot: 120+ Easy Meals from Your Skillet, Slow Cooker, Stockpot, and More (Clarkson Potter/Publishers).  This collection of comforting weeknight favorites features recipes that call for—you guessed it—just one dish, whether it be a skillet, a roasting pan, a slow cooker or a stockpot. From chicken and vegetables that roast in the same pan to skillet lasagna, baked risotto, stews, down-home casseroles and even desserts, One Pot, which sells for $26, …

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Fleetwood Neighbors Enjoy A Spooky -- and Spirited -- Halloween Fleetwood Neighbors Enjoy A Spooky -- and Spirited -- Halloween
Fleetwood Neighbors Enjoy A Spooky -- and Spirited -- Halloween MOUNT VERNON, N.Y.  -- Many of the residents of Fleetwood's Collins Avenue and the neighboring street come together on Friday, Oct. 31 to create a very spirited Halloween. Residents sat outside their decorated houses, and greeted trick-or-treaters with candy while costumed ghouls walked the block. There is a house on Collins Avenue that created a haunted backyard complete with chilling music and a walk through different frightening scenes.  

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by Armand Salmon
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Restaurant Week Begins in Armonk, Pleasantville, Chappaqua Restaurant Week Begins in Armonk, Pleasantville, Chappaqua
Restaurant Week Begins in Armonk, Pleasantville, Chappaqua ARMONK, N.Y. - Hudson Valley Restaurant Week (HVRW), which is actually two weeks long, begins on Monday, Nov. 3 with eight restaurants in Armonk, Pleasantville and Chappaqua participating. This is HVRW's 11th bi-annual event and each time there are more and more eateries on board. It is an excellent way for restaurants to strut their stuff and for diners to explore new cuisines and discover new surroundings. Restaurants offer a prix fixe three-course lunch for $20.95 and dinner for $29.95. Beverages, taxes and tips are not included. The promotion lasts through Nov. 16. Armonk's spacious…

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by Katherine Pacchiana
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White Plains Chefs Gear Up For Hudson Valley Restaurant Week White Plains Chefs Gear Up For Hudson Valley Restaurant Week
White Plains Chefs Gear Up For Hudson Valley Restaurant Week WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- Braised short ribs with sweet potato purée and brussels sprouts, along with a veggie chowder stuffed with butternut squash bisque, roasted root vegetables and mustard seed are some of the options available at 42 The Restaurant during Hudson Valley Restaurant Week. The promotion starts today and lasts through Nov. 16 and features prix fixe, three-course lunches for $20.95 and dinners for $29.95 (beverage, tax and tip not included).  Other participating White Plains restaurants include Benjamin Steakhouse, Gaucho Grill, Morton's Steakhouse, Sam's of Gedney Way,  Sapo…

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by Jeanne Muchnick
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Restaurant Week Begins In Cortlandt, Peekskill Restaurant Week Begins In Cortlandt, Peekskill
Restaurant Week Begins In Cortlandt, Peekskill PEEKSKILL, N.Y. - Hudson Valley Restaurant Week (HVRW), which is actually two weeks long, begins on Monday, Nov. 3. This is HVRW's 11th bi-annual event and each time there are more  and more eateries on board. This year, Cortlandt and Peekskill have five restaurants participating. It is an excellent way for restaurants to strut their stuff and for diners to explore new cuisines and discover new surroundings. Restaurants offer a prix fixe three-course lunch for $20.95 and dinner for $29.95. Beverages, taxes and tips are not included. The promotion lasts through Nov. 16. Just four months …

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