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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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An Apple A Day (And Other Fall Flavors) At Leisha's Bakeria In Bridgeport An Apple A Day (And Other Fall Flavors) At Leisha's Bakeria In Bridgeport
An Apple A Day (And Other Fall Flavors) At Leisha's Bakeria In Bridgeport BRIDGEPORT, Conn -- It's been open only for four months, but Leisha's Bakeria in Bridgeport is already warming souls with its seasonal flavors. Pumpkin-spiced coffee and pumpkin muffins are readily available through Thanksgiving with a variation of apple pastries offered daily. There are always apple cider doughnuts, but starting this week you'll also find Dutch apple pie and hand pies, many of which look like something off a Pinterest board. In fact, says owner Leisha Young, a Bridgeport native who now lives in Orange, many of her ideas come from the online venture. "I like to play wit…

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by Jeanne Muchnick
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St. Vincent's Holds Breast Cancer Luncheon In Bridgeport St. Vincent's Holds Breast Cancer Luncheon In Bridgeport
St. Vincent's Holds Breast Cancer Luncheon In Bridgeport BRIDGEPORT, Conn. -- St. Vincent’s SWIM Across the Sound will host its 2014 Breast Cancer Luncheon on Friday, Oct. 24, at the Holiday Inn in Bridgeport. The event, now in its 19th year, will begin with a Silent Auction at 10 a.m., followed by a champagne lunch at noon.  The guest speaker is Geralyn Lucas, TV producer, breast cancer advocate and author of Then Came Life and Why I Wore Lipstick to My Mastectomy. The Breast Cancer Luncheon Committee will also name this year’s honoree who has made special contributions to the care and support of women with breast cancer. All proceeds …

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At Bridgeport's Beardsley Zoo, Vote For Your Favorite Scarecrow At Bridgeport's Beardsley Zoo, Vote For Your Favorite Scarecrow
At Bridgeport's Beardsley Zoo, Vote For Your Favorite Scarecrow BRIDGEPORT, Conn -- The rest of the city may be talking politics, but you can cast your vote for something sure to please both sides of the aisle at the annual Scarecrow Competition at Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo. You can now view -- and vote -- for your favorite scarecrow. These creative works of art are on display from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the zoo. They were created by area schools and sponsored by local corporations. Winners will be announced at the "Boo at the Zoo" on Oct. 26. The "Boo at the Zoo" runs from noon to 3 p.m. and includes harvest hay rides and other seasonal enjoyments. …

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Wearing Pink But Raising Green At Purchase Walk Against Breast Cancer Wearing Pink But Raising Green At Purchase Walk Against Breast Cancer
Wearing Pink But Raising Green At Purchase Walk Against Breast Cancer HARRISON, N. Y. -- A total of 18,000 walkers participated in the annual Westchester Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk at Manhattanville College in Purchase on Sunday, Oct. 19, raising $1.28 million, an increase of .19 percent over last year. Monies raised from the event help the American Cancer Society invest in groundbreaking breast-cancer research and provide free information and services for women who need them. Go here for previous Daily Voice story on the event.

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At Bridgeport's Barnum Museum, Executive Director Discusses Future Plans At Bridgeport's Barnum Museum, Executive Director Discusses Future Plans
At Bridgeport's Barnum Museum, Executive Director Discusses Future Plans BRIDGEPORT, Conn -- Barnum Museum Executive Director Kathleen Maher  will speak about the current state of the museum and reveal some of the innovative visions for the future of P.T. Barnum's collection on Thursday, Oct. 23, at 6 p.m.  This is a members only evening, however everyone is welcome to attend -- and join -- before the event begins. Individual memberships are $25 and dual (bring a friend) memberships are $40. Vision Member benefits include: Free admission to museum programs. A complimentary copy of P.T. Barnum's famous book, "The Art of Money Getting." "Member's Onl…

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Restaurateur Saran Wraps Pleasantville In Sugar, Spice Restaurateur Saran Wraps Pleasantville In Sugar, Spice
Restaurateur Saran Wraps Pleasantville In Sugar, Spice PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- Bonnie Saran is on a roll. She has just opened her fourth eatery in as many years. Pleasantville's Little Mumbai Market + Little Crêpe Street Express is 2 weeks old, and the lines are already out the door.  First came downtown Mount Kisco's Little Kebab Station in 2011. Saran identified a niche for Indian cuisine when she realized that pizzerias and Chinese restaurants dominated the local takeout market. Little Spice Bazaar was born in 2012, when Little Kebab expanded to the vacant space next door to accommodate Saran's growing store of spices. When a third adj…

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by Katherine Pacchiana
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'Time To Shine' At Bridgeport's Bijou Theatre Highlights Local Talent 'Time To Shine' At Bridgeport's Bijou Theatre Highlights Local Talent
'Time To Shine' At Bridgeport's Bijou Theatre Highlights Local Talent BRIDGEPORT, Conn – Fairfield County native Matt Oestreicher has played and written music alongside the best of them – Stevie Wonder, Will i Am, Jon Bon Jovi, and John Legend, to name a few, but his heart lies with nurturing upcoming talent. That is why he is producing “Your Time to Shine,” a talent competition at Bridgeport’s Bijou Theatre that’s part "The Voice," part "America’s Got Talent," and part an original Bijou production. The goal of the newly formed competition, which took place for the first time Aug. 16 and will return to the theater Oct. 25 and Nov. 22, is to nurture local tal…

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Faculty From Bridgeport Schools Collaborate For Art's Sake Faculty From Bridgeport Schools Collaborate For Art's Sake
Faculty From Bridgeport Schools Collaborate For Art's Sake BRIDGEPORT, Conn. - Faculty members from Housatonic Community College and the Shintaro Akatsu School of Design will show off their own work in a collaborative exhibit named “One Plus One" starting Oct. 23. The show features graphic design, paintings, photos, sculpture, video art, drawings, digital arts, typography, installation and illustrations created by 26 faculty members from both schools. The opening reception at SASD runs from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and is open to the public at no cost. It will include musical entertainment from UB faculty member Chris Ruggiero, a film and television c…

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Latin Dancing Champions Perform At Westchester Broadway Theatre Latin Dancing Champions Perform At Westchester Broadway Theatre
Latin Dancing Champions Perform At Westchester Broadway Theatre ELMSFORD, N.Y. -- Six of the greatest Latin ballroom dance superstar couples in the world will present their exciting shows at the Westchester Broadway Theatre on Tuesday, Oct. 21. You’ll see it all…from the dramatic Argentine tango to the sambas, rumbas, cha, cha, cha, mambo and paso dobles from other parts of the world. Not only that, you'll see it performed by tri-State area residents (and Argentinians) Walter Perez and Leonardo Sardella. The Norwalk, Conn-based couple, who are partners on and off the dance floor, continue to perform to sold-out audiences throughout the world.  Al…

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New York Times Rates Bronxville Restaurant 'Very Good' New York Times Rates Bronxville Restaurant 'Very Good'
New York Times Rates Bronxville Restaurant 'Very Good' BRONXVILLE, N.Y. -- The always hopping Underhills Crossing received a "very good" from The New York Times. The restaurant, celebrating its 20th anniversary in January, still delights, according to the report, thanks to "its handsome dining room, sparkling bar and carefully crafted dishes." Read the complete story  here.

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