your complete arts guide
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your complete arts guide
Westchester D E S T I N A T I O N G U I D E 2 0 1 2 www. westchestertourism .com PERMIT NO. 564 White Plains, NY PAID PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE T H E O F F I C I A L T R AV E L & M E E T I N G G U I D E TO W E S TC H E S T E R C O U N T Y, N EW Y O R K t4MPU.BDIJOFT t$SBQT3PVMFUUF t-JWF&OUFSUBJONFOU t'JOF%JOJOH t-JWF)BSOFTT3BDJOH t'SFF1MBZBOEGPPEJODFOUJWFQBDLBHFTBWBJMBCMFGPSDIBSUFSHSPVQT t'SFFPOTJUFQBSLJOHGPSCVTFT t$POWFOJFOUQBTTFOHFSESPQPGGBOEQJDLVQ t.PUPSDPBDIHSFFUJOHTFSWJDF t2VJDLBOECFOFmDJBM&NQJSF$MVCFOSPMMNFOU EMPIRECITYcasino.COM Exit 2 NYS Thruway 'PS*OGPSNBUJPO$POUBDUUIF#VT.BSLFUJOH%FQUtJOGP!ZPOLFSTSBDFXBZDPN 810 Yonkers Avenue, Yonkers, NY 10704 Photography by Lynda Shenkman Curtis GET YOUR ARTS HERE ARTSWESTCHESTER CARAMOOR COPLAND HOUSE Visit us at our landmark building, a beacon in downtown White Plains, that houses a gallery and performance space, artist studios, creative businesses, and our office. Come see exciting exhibitions and live performances, or take an architectural tour. Located on a unique 90-acre setting of Italianate architecture and beautiful gardens, Caramoor is renowned for its Summer International Music Festival. It enriches the lives of audiences through innovative musical performances. Its mission also includes mentoring young professional musicians and providing educational programs for children. America’s musical past and future meet at Copland House! Come to our acclaimed concert series at Mount Kisco’s majestic Merestead estate. Visit Copland’s National Historic Landmark home in Cortlandt Manor. Share our innovative educational programs with kids and families in schools and communities throughout the region. HISTORIC HUDSON VALLEY HUDSON VALLEY CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY ART JACOB BURNS FILM CENTER 31 Mamaroneck Ave, White Plains 914-428-4220 | www.artsw.org 149 Girdle Ridge Road, Katonah 914-232-5035 | www.caramoor.org Kykuit, the Rockefeller Estate (Sleepy Hollow) Washington Irving’s Sunnyside (Tarrytown) Philipsburg Manor (Sleepy Hollow) Union Church (Pocantico Hills) Van Cortlandt Manor (Croton-on-Hudson) 914-631-8200 | www.hudsonvalley.org 1701 Main Street, Peekskill 914-788-0100 | www.hvcca.org The Hudson Valley Center for Contemporary Art, located in Peekskill, NY, is dedicated to the development and presentation of exhibitions and public programs that enrich our understanding of contemporary art, its contexts, and its relationship to social issues. Living history. Family entertainment. World-class art. Memorable experiences. Spend the day with us and find inspiration around every corner. Cortlandt Manor 914-788-4659 I www.coplandhouse.org Theater: 364 Manville Rd, Pleasantville Media Arts Lab: 405 Manville Rd, Pleasantville ]XXXCVSOTƀMNDFOUFSPSH A nonprofit cultural arts organization dedicated to: presenting the best of independent, documentary, and world cinema; promoting 21st century literacy; and making film a vibrant part of the community. The campus includes the three-screen JBFC Theater and the Media Arts Lab, a state-of-the-art education center for storytellers in the digital age. Photography by Margaret Fox KATONAH MUSEUM OF ART 134 Jay Street, Katonah 914-232-9555 | www.katonahmuseum.org Described as “a work of art itself” by Hudson Valley Magazine, KMA has airy galleries that showcase the museum’s first-rate exhibitions. It also features a sculpture garden, renowned for its exhibitions and 100 year old Norwegian spruce. The Learning Center is an exhibition space that displays art from children’s books and offers hands-on activities for young visitors. ARTSWESTCHESTER NEUBERGER MUSEUM OF ART Purchase College, 735 Anderson Hill Road, Purchase 914-251-6100 | www.neuberger.org Hours: Tuesday - Sunday 12 to 5 pm THINK NEU: Immerse yourself in the art of our time. Presenting emerging artists, stunning African art, and luminary 20th century artists–de Kooning, Hopper, O’Keeffe, Pollock, Rothko, to name a few– in 30,000 square feet of permanent and changing exhibitions. Gift shop and café. Two for one admission with this ad. THE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER Purchase College 735 Anderson Hill Road, Purchase 914-251-6200 | www.artscenter.org Experience world-class performances -- music, dance, theater, film, family programming & dialogue -- in our four theater complex on the campus of Purchase College. your complete arts guide q www.artsw.org NstFbwft`jubmjd`bcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz{a23456789:1.>\^]<(-/0BCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ["A$%&_'+)*` ,|~};#=?@`¬Åªû÷üöøÀЩ¨¡µa«¤£¥§¦¼½ÑÓÕÈÊ¿×!}öì¬íþï÷ðòæø°ÏåëĀäÿèýaÛÝÞßàá¢âãÒ²ÔÖÉó¯ùúÁ} ÙèëïóÌêîòõéíÚ ÍÎæçìðô! 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Welcome To Westchester County – The Smart Choice ...................................4 Meet, shop, relax and enjoy the many pleasures of Westchester County. Just 30 miles north of New York City and surrounded by the beauty of the Hudson River and Long Island Sound, Westchester is the smart choice for meetings, functions and events. Whether you’re looking for family fun, holding a conference, taking a group tour, having a company team-building experience or just want a romantic getaway, Westchester has so much to offer. The Westchester Destination Guide 2012 showcases our rich history and heritage, great arts and cultural activities, recreational and leisure opportunities and provides the resources that will help you plan your visit. You will also find ideas on things to see and do, places to eat and stay, and activities and events you won’t want to miss. If you are planning a meeting or event, you will appreciate ideas and information on venues, tours and many support services. We have also included a helpful fold-out map of Westchester County on the back cover to help you get around. For more information, please visit our website at www.westchestertourism.com or feel free to contact Westchester County Tourism & Film directly at 914-995-8500 or toll-free at 800-833-9282. We hope you enjoy the Westchester Destination Guide 2012 and find all of the ingredients you’ll need for creating a memorable experience. Westchester County is the smart choice for an experience you’ll treasure and we look forward to your visit. Seven Don’t-Miss Destinations .........6 History & Heritage...................................8 Arts & Culture ........................................ 10 Recreation & Leisure ...........................12 Nature’s Bounty .................................... 20 Shopping .................................................. 22 On The Town ......................................... 24 Annual Events ........................................ 30 MEETING & EVENT PLANNING Meetings & Conventions ................... 32 Itineraries.................................................. 35 Groups & Tours ...................................... 35 10 Reasons Why Westchester Is Your Smart Choice .......................................... 36 Team Building ........................................ 36 Exceptional Spaces .............................. 38 Hotels & Conference Centers .........40 Additional Accommodations..........50 Banquet & Dining Venues................. 52 About Us ................................................... 53 Sincerely, Transportation ...................................... 54 Ad Index .................................................... 56 Map ....................................................... 56 Robert P. Astorino Westchester County Executive facebook.com/westchestercountytourism twitter/westchestertour TRAVEL INFORMATION Westchester County Tourism & Film 800-833-9282 or 914-995-8500 | www.westchestertourism.com Hudson Valley Tourism 800-232-4782 | www.travelhudsonvalley.com Westchester County Parks, Recreation & Conservation 914-864-PARK | www.westchestergov.com/parks ArtsWestchester 914-428-4220 | www.artswestchester.org Westchester County Historical Society 914-592-4323 | www.westchesterhistory.com Westchester County Archives 914-231-1500 | www.westchestergov.com/wcarchives ON THE COVER Lyndhurst Castle photo by Christopher’s Studio COPYRIGHT © 2012 COUNTY OF WESTCHESTER Westchester County Tourism Destination Guide. All rights reserved. 150,000 copies printed in January 2012 and distributed by Westchester County Tourism, 148 Martine Avenue, Suite 104, White Plains, NY 10601, Telephone (800) 833-9282, (914) 995-8500, Fax (914) 995-8505 www.westchestertourism.com Published by Suburban Publishing/Today Media Custom Communications, which managed design, production and advertising sales. The Westchester County Tourism Destination Guide (the “Destination Guide”) consists of this publication and the attached map. The County of Westchester makes no warranty, guarantee, or promise, express or implied, as to the accuracy or completeness of any of the information contained in the Destination Guide. The County of Westchester is not responsible for any errors or omissions in the Destination Guide. The County of Westchester shall not be liable under any circumstances for any claims or damages arising directly or indirectly from information contained in the Destination Guide. Nothing contained in the Destination Guide implies endorsements by the publisher or the County of Westchester. Everything contained in the Destination Guide is provided for informational purposes only. I LOVE NEW YORK is a registered trademark and service mark of the New York State Department of Economic Development; used with permission. www.westchestertourism.com 3 welcome Welcome To Westchester County t t Six cities, 19 towns, two dozen villages and limitless possibilities. A mighty, scenic river, sparkling sound waters and thousands of acres of fields, farms and trails. t A vibrant arts scene, upscale shopping, an innovative nightlife, challenging golf courses and historic attractions. t A wide range of luxurious lodging options, all within easy reach of New York City and the Mid-Atlantic. Caramoor Center for Music & the Arts IS THERE ANYTHING WESTCHESTER DOESN’T HAVE? Westchester County is the heart of New York, with a variety of amazing destinations that includes grand Rockefeller properties, well-preserved 18th-century homesteads and picturesque farming villages that dot the countryside. Plus, our shows, fairs and festivals are second to none – from the annual Riverfest summertime celebration showcasing Yonkers’ redone waterfront to top productions staged throughout the year at a variety of performing arts centers. The county offers year-round fun, but with a serious side that lets you get down to business. After all, Westchester is New York’s Intellectual Capital®, where a highly educated workforce resides and constant inspiration comes from world-renowned 4 www.westchestertourism.com colleges, universities and research centers. Here, among our variety of attractions, meeting spaces and accommodations, you can be productive and still play hard, too! Although “the city” often refers to New York, Westchester boasts “the cities” – New Rochelle, Yonkers and especially White Plains, the county’s commercial and cultural hub. They each offer their own urban vibe, with culture and nightlife in abundance. For the kid in all of us, Westchester is home to Playland, a Long Island Sound amusement park with family-friendly entertainment. At the other end of the county – and the energy spectrum – Westchester is also home to Bedford, a picturesque Colonial town set amid rolling estates with celebrity residents like Meryl Streep and Richard Gere. Here are some big attractions you’ll enjoy learning about in this Destination Guide: William Rockefeller and Andrew Carnegie. Imagine yourself arguing the finer points of Colonial law in the Bedford 1798 Court House. Westchester County is home to more than 200 properties on the National Register of Historic Places, and many have ties to African-American heritage and the Revolutionary War. Chic Shopping In White Plains, The Westchester satisfies even the most discerning fashionista, with more than 150 upscale stores, including Neiman Marcus, Burberry, Gucci and Brooks Surrounded by History Visit the home of Thomas Paine, father of the American Revolution, furnished with original 18th-century artifacts. Stroll among the gravestones in Sleepy Hollow Cemetery, the final resting place for Washington Irving, The Westchester Brothers. Westchester’s Ridge Hill is a sophisticated outdoor shopping, dining and entertainment destination in Yonkers, and nearby, the Cross County Shopping Center offers favorites such as H&M, Macy’s and Victoria’s Secret. Bargains sparkle at Port Chester’s Empire State Flea Market, featuring more than 150 independent merchants, including 20 fullservice fine jewelers. Several other shopping destinations are located within the county, and its downtowns offer boutiques, art galleries and specialty shops. Even the rural countryside entices shoppers with antiques shops, locally owned stores, artisan products and fresh produce from roadside stands. Water, Water Everywhere Westchester is a paddler’s paradise and boater’s bliss, bordered by the Hudson River and Long Island Sound and bisected by large, scenic lakes. George’s Island and Croton Point parks are just two of many places providing access to the Hudson, but some people prefer the ambiance of the pristine, 900-acre, three-mile-long Cross River Reservoir. Along Long Island Sound, rent an umbrella and beach chair at Playland’s beach or cool off in the pool. The city of New Rochelle is home to the county’s second busiest park, Glen Island Park, which boasts a beautiful crescent-shaped beach. Festivals, Fairs and Fun Westchester’s calendar is packed with plenty of enticing events. The Lyndhurst Crafts Fair, Yonkers Riverfest, Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze and Frosty the Snowman Parade are just a few of the offerings throughout the year. And of course, nobody should miss Clearwater’s Great Hudson River Revival, an annual summer treat inspired by the environmental efforts of folk legend Pete Seeger. In the hamlet of Cortlandt Manor, beautiful ensemble music can be heard wafting from the rustic Copland House, former residence of influential composer Aaron Copland. Elsewhere, the Westchester Philharmonic and Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts enjoy an international reputation for high-quality classical music and other entertainment, while the Emelin Theatre in Mamaroneck often welcomes more contemporary pop and rock stars, such as Aimee Mann and Commander Cody. Throughout the county, smaller art centers and theaters provide plenty of opportunities to enjoy quality entertainment. Winter Wonderland What’s a little winter when it brings with it crisp starry nights, invigorating crosscountry ski trails, hiking, snowshoeing, ice sailing or just relaxing by a warm fire with a DID YOU KNOW ... The prestigious Sleepy Hollow Country Club followed up its starring role in the 2010 movie The Bounty Hunter (which featured Jennifer Aniston and Gerard Butler splashing into one of the golf course’s water hazards) by recently serving as the setting for Beyoncé’s music video, “Best Thing I Never Had.” cup of hot chocolate and a good book? See a hockey game, practice your own skating at a public ice rink or use those chilly months to visit the Hudson River Museum, attend a golf expo and take in a musical at the Westchester Broadway Theatre. Stay Awhile Whether you want to rest in a castle on the Hudson or an ultra-modern hotel, Westchester can accommodate you. Bed and breakfasts, conference centers, luxury lodging and budget hotels provide just the right place to stay and play. When it’s time to work, meeting space is plentiful, including theaters, classrooms, banquet halls and hotels with business centers and wireless Internet access. Conference centers offer a chance for team-building activities, too. The Tarrytown House Estate and Conference Center, located in two 19th-century mansions on 26 acres, revolutionized the meeting industry when it opened in 1964, and today it’s still the industry-leading destination. With all of this going for it, the Smart Choice is definitely to meet, stay and play in Westchester County! To learn more, explore our website at www.westchestertourism.com Scenic View in Peekskill IN THIS GUIDE, LOOK FOR THESE SYMBOLS: African-American Heritage O Explore the rich and compelling history of the African-American community, dating back to the 17th century. These destinations recognize and celebrate contributions made to our unique American identity. Garden V Revolutionary War - Enjoy the horticultural highlights of majestic properties that surround stately mansions, castles and historic sites. “The Redcoats are coming!” A cry heard as patriots fought the British in Westchester. George Washington commanded the war from the Hudson Valley area, living close to the troops that would bring our nation to independence. Sense the life of a patriot as you learn about Westchester’s important role in the founding of our country. www.westchestertourism.com 5 welcome Seven Don’t-Miss Destinations Certain attractions in Westchester County are more than just acclaimed cultural institutions, important heritage sites or extraordinary settings. They offer a unique appeal that helps to define Westchester. Here is a collection of must-see destinations sure to delight all who visit: CARAMOOR CENTER FOR MUSIC AND THE ARTS V Enjoy one of the nation’s top five outdoor festivals. For seven weeks each summer, two outdoor theaters resonate with the music of the world’s finest classical, pops, opera and jazz artists. During fall and spring, the entertainment moves indoors to the Music Room. The Rosen House, a Mediterraneanstyle mansion surrounded by a beautiful garden, has a collection of Renaissance and Eastern decorative and fine art. 149 Girdle Ridge Rd., Katonah 914-232-1252 (box office), 914-232-5035 ext. 221 (tours) www.caramoor.org KATONAH MUSEUM OF ART Visual arts are beautifully displayed through an innovative exhibition and education programs. The acclaimed Children’s Learning Center is free to families and the Sculpture Garden provides refuge and visual pleasure. Also offered are outdoor concerts, “artful” parties, trips to other museums and private collections. Guided tours daily at 2:30pm. 134 Jay St., Katonah 914-232-9555 www.katonahmuseum.org THE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER Now in its 35th season, the center annually offers 50+ top performances of dance, classical music, jazz, theater and family events. Four theaters include an experimental black box theater. A café is on site, with a Starbucks located on campus. SUNY Purchase, 735 Anderson Hill Rd., Purchase 914-251-6200 www.artscenter.org 6 www.westchestertourism.com NEUBERGER MUSEUM OF ART One of the region’s finest cultural resources and an integral part of SUNY Purchase, the museum features Modern American art, Westchester’s only permanent exhibition of African art and changing exhibitions. Open Tues.-Sun., 12-5pm. Closed Mon. and major holidays. 735 Anderson Hill Rd., Purchase 914-251-6100 www.neuberger.org HUDSON RIVER MUSEUM The galleries and restored period room of Glenview, a vintage Hudson River home, showcase American art, history and science. The Hudson Riverama simulates the river with scenic designs, interactive experiences, multimedia technology, aquariums and a scale model. Explore outer space inside Andrus Planetarium. Open year-round, Wed.-Sun. 12-5pm. 511 Warburton Ave., Yonkers 914-963-4550 www.hrm.org LYNDHURST V Visit Alexander Jackson Davis’s 1838 Gothic Revival masterpiece to marvel at the same dramatic views of the Hudson River once enjoyed by railroad baron Jay Gould. Lyndhurst is also renowned for its outstanding collections and beautiful landscape. Call for a schedule of special events. Open mid-Apr.-Oct., Tues.-Sun. 10am4:15pm; Nov.-Apr., weekends 10am-3:30pm. 635 South Broadway, Tarrytown 914-631-4481 www.lyndhurst.org Kykuit, The Rockefeller Estate HISTORIC HUDSON VALLEY www.hudsonvalley.org KYKUIT, THE ROCKEFELLER ESTATE V This extraordinary landmark was home to four generations of the Rockefeller family. Tour the main rooms of the six-story stone house; the expansive terraced gardens containing an exceptional collection of Picasso tapestries, and the Coach Barn with classic automobiles and horse-drawn carriages. Artists include Henry Moore, Alexander Calder, Louise Nevelson and David Smith. Tours May-Nov. daily except Tues., departing from nearby Philipsburg Manor, 381 North Broadway. Purchase tickets online. Sleepy Hollow 914-631-8200 UNION CHURCH OF POCANTICO HILLS Brilliant light floods the tiny sanctuary from 10 stained-glass windows that are the work of modern masters Henri Matisse and Marc Chagall, commissioned by the Rockefeller family. Open Mon., Wed., Thurs. and Fri. 11am5pm; Sat. 10am-5pm; Sun. 2-5pm (unless church activities are being held). Closed Jan.-Mar. Purchase tickets online. 555 Bedford Rd., Sleepy Hollow 914-631-8200 PHILIPSBURG MANOR O✪ This late 17th-/early 18th-century milling, farming and trading complex was once part of the Philipse estate, tenanted by European farmers and operated by enslaved Africans. Walk along a wooded path to the heart of Sleepy Hollow country. Costumed OAfrican-American Heritage Site interpreters lead tours of the manor house, gristmill, 18th-century barn, slave garden and tenant farmhouse. A museum shop and picnic area are on site. Summer hours, 10am-5pm daily except Tues.; Nov. and Dec., 10am-4pm on weekends. Closed Jan.-Mar. Purchase tickets online. Rt. 9, Sleepy Hollow 914-631-3992 VAN CORTLANDT MANOR V ✪ Visit the former home of New York’s prominent Van Cortlandt family, and see its outstanding collection of American decorative arts, beautiful gardens, a tenant farmer’s house and a tavern. A gift shop and picnic area are on site. Tours are led by costumed guides. Late May-early Sept., Thurs.Sun. 11am-5pm. Closed Jan.-Apr. Purchase tickets online. South Riverside Ave., Croton-onHudson 914-271-8981 WASHINGTON IRVING’S SUNNYSIDE Visit the cozy “Snuggery” of beloved author Washington Irving, whose Legend of Sleepy Hollow has delighted generations of readers. His charming home sits on the banks of the Hudson amid a wonderfully romantic landscape. A gift shop and picnic area are on site. Tours are led by costumed guides. Summer hours, 10am-5pm, closed Tues. Winter hours (Nov.-Dec.), 10am-4pm weekends only. Closed Jan.-Mar. Purchase tickets online. West Sunnyside Ln., Tarrytown 914-591-8763 V Garden -Revolutionary War Site history & heritage Journey Back In Time Discover the nation’s past at sites that played a key role in the American Revolution. Visit the Jacob Purdy House which twice served as Washington’s headquarters; the garden-glorious Katonah homestead of patriot John Jay; and the Elijah Miller House from which Washington commanded the Battle of White Plains. Admire collections of artifacts at the Horace Greeley House, home to one of America’s revolutionaries. Find still more insights at the Hastings Historical Society which features a walking tour of the Hastings-onHudson village. The 18th-century Saint Paul’s Church, with its cemetery and Historic Sites & Museums Bedford 1787 Court House 3UBUUIF7JMMBHF(SFFO#FEGPSEŔ vi village green, tells the story of the development of colonial society and the road to Revolution. Visit a monument to the First Rhode Island Regiment, comprised mostly of enslaved blacks ordered to defend northern Westchester in 1780. Make your way to Philipse Manor Hall, a museum of history, art and architecture with an impressive collection of portraits, including the six Presidents from New York State. Learn about the selflessness of missionaries at the Maryknoll Mission Center and Museum. Other museums, memorials and historic houses recognize the creation of democracy, the fight for freedom and Westchester’s important role in it all. Saint Paul’s Church women’s rights. Guided tour and exhibits. Open year-round. Tues.-Thurs. and Sat., 1-4pm. www.newcastlehistoricalsociety.org Westchester’s oldest government building; northern county seat 1787-1870. Managed by Bedford Historical Society. Court room, museum and 1829 “Stone Jug” School House. Self-guided walking tour of other historic buildings. www.bedfordhistoricalsociety.org Jacob Purdy House ✪ Croton’s History Museum Boyhood home of founding father John Jay, with 1838, Greek revival Peter Augustus Jay House. Tours, exhibitions and events. Carriage House with history exhibit open Tues.-Fri. 10am-4pm. Jay House open Sun. 2-5pm from May-Sept. and by appt. Docent-guided and self-guided tours. www.jaycenter.org One Van Wyck St., Croton-on-Hudson Ŕ 914-271-4574 Documents, images and artifacts showcase local history. Maintained by the Croton Historical Society. Open Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm. Cudner-Hyatt House 937 Post Rd., Scarsdale Ŕ 914-723-1744 Two-story clapboard farmhouse built in the 1740s. Mid-19th-century furnishings, textiles and tools reflect the lives of the Cudners (17341836) and Hyatts (1836-1972). Open year-round. Mon.-Fri. 10am-4pm. Weekends by appt. www.scarsdalehistory.org Hastings Historical Society 407 Broadway, Hastings-on-Hudson Ŕ 914-478-2249 Historic observatory with archives, artifacts and photos of this riverside village incorporated in 1879. Free map: “The Museum in the Streets,” a historic walking tour. Open year-round except holidays, Mon. and Thurs. 10am-2pm. www.hastingshistorical.org Horace Greeley House/ New Castle Historical Society 100 King St., Chappaqua Ŕ 914-238-4666 Country home of Horace Greeley, 1864-1872, editor of The New York Tribune, Presidential candidate, foe of slavery and advocate of 8 www.westchestertourism.com 60 Park Ave., White Plains Ŕ 914-682-8426 Circa-1720 farmhouse was Washington’s base during Battle of White Plains. Open by appt. Jay Heritage Center O 210 Boston Post Rd., Rye Ŕ 914-698-9275 John Jay HomesteadState Historic Site OV ✪ 3U,BUPOBIŔ 914-232-5651 Federal-style home of America’s first U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice and descendants. Furnished rooms, formal gardens and herb garden. Open Apr.-Oct. Tues.-Sat. 10am-4 pm; Sun. 11am-4pm. Call for holiday and winter hours. www.johnjayhomestead.org Maryknoll Mission Center and Museum 55 Ryder Rd., Ossining Ŕ 914-941-7636 ext. 2670 Interactive exhibits about Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers serving poor and powerless through Africa, Asia and Latin America mission work. Open Tues.-Sun. 9am-5pm. Free admission. www.museumoflivingmission.org North Castle Historical Society’s Education Complex 440 Bedford Rd., Armonk Ŕ 914-273-4510 Includes Historic Smith’s Tavern, Brundage Blacksmith Shop, East Middle Patent One-Room Schoolhouse and 1798 Quaker Meeting House. Tavern served as Colonial militia headquarters, stagecoach stop and town hall. Period antiques and furnishings. Tours Apr.-Nov. excluding holidays, Wed. 2-4pm, Sun. 2-5 pm and by appt. Old Dutch Church and Burying Ground 42 N. Broadway, Tarrytown Ŕ 914-631-1123 Considered the oldest functioning church and cemetery in New York State. Built by Frederick Philipse in 1685, featuring a distinctive wooden pulpit and sounding-board canopy. Cemetery tours Sun. at 2pm, Memorial Day weekend through end of October. Group tours by appt. www.olddutchburyingground.org Ossining Historical Society Museum 196 Croton Ave., Ossining Ŕ 914-941-0001 Housed in the 1872 Austin House, with items from Sing Sing Prison as well as historical maps, military artifacts, photos and furniture. Open yearround, Tues., Wed. and Sun. 1-4pm and by appt. www.ossininghistorical.org Ossining Urban Cultural Park Museum 95 Broadway, Ossining Ŕ 914-941-3189 “Up the River: Sing Sing Prison” includes a replica of the Sing Sing electric chair, a prison cell from 1825, a present-day cell and the history of penology. “Down the River: The Old Aqueduct” describes the 40-mile-long aqueduct built in 1843. Open year-round. Mon.-Sat. 10am-4pm. Peekskill Museum 124 Union Ave., Peekskill Ŕ 914-736-0473 Seven-room house museum was home of Herrick family, designed by architect William Rutherford Mead in 1877. Three permanent exhibits: the Ladies Victorian Bedroom, the Marion Boyle Children’s Room and the Peekskill Stove Collection. Open Sat. 1-4pm and by appt. www.peekskillmuseum.org OAfrican-American Heritage Site V Garden -Revolutionary War Site history & heritage Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site O 29 Warburton Ave. at Dock St., Yonkers Ŕ 914-965-4027 National Historic Landmark and official project of Save America’s Treasures. High-style Georgian mansion was home to wealthy Loyalist Fredrick Philipse III. Original 1750s papiermâché ceiling and 1868 Gothic Chamber. Open year-round for tours. Groups by appt. www.philipsemanorhall.blogspot.com Pound Ridge Museum 255 Westchester Ave., Pound Ridge Ŕ 914-764-4333 Permanent history exhibits about Pound Ridge housed in former Lecture Room built in 1853. Genealogy research material. Open Sat. and Sun. Mar.-Dec. 3, 2-4pm. Group tours by appt. www.prhsmuseum.com Saint Paul’s Church National Historic Site O ✪ 897 S. Columbus Ave., Mount Vernon Ŕ 914-667-4116 Restored Colonial church (1763-1787) used as Revolutionary War hospital, village green museum and historic cemetery. National Park Service property with interpretive and selfguided tours. Costumed reenactments. Open Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm and for special events; second Sat. each month 12-4pm. www.nps.gov/sapa Sherwood House 340 Tuckahoe Rd., Yonkers Ŕ 914-961-8940 Tenant farmhouse from 1740 is among few existing pre-Revolutionary homesteads in New York State. Well-preserved example of AngloDutch home. Guided tours available. Open Sun. in May, June, Sept. and Oct. 2-4pm. www.yonkershistory.org Sleepy Hollow Cemetery 3U4MFFQZ)PMMPXŔ 914-631-0081 Final resting place for Washington Irving, William Rockefeller, Walter Chrysler, Andrew Carnegie and Samuel Gompers. Gates open daily 8:30am-4:30pm. Get map at office or South Gate. Day and evening walking tours Apr-Nov. www.sleepyhollowcemetery.com Sleepy Hollow Light House ,JOHTMBOE1PJOU1BSL4MFFQZ)PMMPXŔ 914-366-5109 Built in 1883, it is the only caisson-style lighthouse on the Hudson. Open April-Oct., Sun., 1-3pm. Group tours by reservation. www.villageofsleepyhollow.org Somers Historical Society Rts. 100 & 202, Somers Ŕ 914-277-4977 National Historic Landmark built by Hachaliah Bailey and located in Elephant Hotel. Permanent exhibits on circus and local history, as well as changing exhibitions. Open year-round, Thurs. 2-4pm and by appt. for research. Sparta Cemetery ✪ Revolutionary Rd., Ossining Ŕ 914-941-0001 Two-acre grave site for village’s early settlers and 119 known veterans, Revolutionary War through World War II. Owned and maintained by the Ossining Historical Society Museum. www.ossininghistorical.org Square House Museum ✪ One Purchase St., Rye 914-967-7588 Former tavern, built in 1730, hosted George Washington. Now houses Rye Historical Society. Tours of period rooms, plus changing exhibits. Open Tues.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sat. 10am-3pm. www.ryehistoricalsociety.org Thomas Paine Cottage ✪ 20 Sicard Ave., New Rochelle 914-633-1776 Former home of Thomas Paine, father of American Revolution. Original 18th- and 19thcentury artifacts and furniture. Displays about City of New Rochelle and one-room schoolhouse. Open year-round. Tues., Thurs., Sat., Sun. 10am-5 pm; Fri. 2-5pm. www.thomaspainecottage.org Thomas Paine Memorial Museum ✪ 983 North Ave., New Rochelle 914-740-5343 Artifacts and works of Thomas Paine, patriot and human rights leader. Monument outside. Open year-round. Sat.-Sun. 2-4pm, or by appt. www.thomaspaine.org Westchester Veterans Museum Lasdon Park, Arboretum and Veterans Memorial V Rt. 35, Somers Ŕ 914-682-4949 Photos, paintings, prints and military memorabilia of conflicts from the Revolutionary War to present, in which Westchester residents served. Open Sat.-Sun. 12-4pm. Call about weekday tours. Yorktown Museum 1974 Commerce St., Yorktown Ŕ 914-962-2970 Permanent exhibit rooms include sensory environment exhibit on Mohegan Indians, furnished period rooms circa 1750-1850, period dollhouses, railroad room with HO scale-model layout of Putnam Division line in Yorktown area, and farm room displaying antique tools and equipment. Rotating exhibits of patchwork quilts, toys and dolls, strange patent models, clothes from the past, and more. Open yearround. Tues.-Thurs. 11am-4pm, Sun. 12-3pm. www.yorktownmuseum.org Jacob Purdy House Memorials September 11 Memorial Mural Gold Star Mothers Monument Next to River Branch Library, Yonkers 2,000+ hand-painted tiles related to events of Sept. 11, 2001. Honors mothers who have lost children in service to the USA. Veteran and War Memorials The Great Hunger Memorial V. Everit Macy Park, Ardsley Recognizes impact of the Great Hunger of 19thcentury Ireland. “The Rising” September 11 Memorial Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla An 80-foot-high steel structure honoring Westchester residents who died on September 11, 2001. “The Rising” September 11 Memorial Webb Field, Hartsdale Lasdon Park & Arboretum, Somers Merchant Marine Memorial, Trail of Honor, Korean War Memorial and Vietnam Veterans Memorial. The War Dog Memorial - Hartsdale Pet Cemetery 75 N. Central Ave., Hartsdale Erected in 1923 to honor military dogs that served in World War I. Westchester Holocaust Memorial Martine Ave., White Plains Recognizes lives lost during Holocaust. www.westchestertourism.com 9 arts & culture Shining the Spotlight On Your Interests Westchester County gets rave reviews for the top-quality Symphony, formerly an orchestra, is now a full-fledged performances, films and fine art featured at its theaters, symphony. If you love listening to music outside, check studios and galleries. out the Caramoor Center for Music & the Arts, home to well-known summer and fall music festivals featuring The Katonah Museum of Art, which has a sculpture garden, is dedicated to the classical and jazz music. visual arts, while the Neuberger The Emelin Theatre in Westchester Philharmonic Museum of Art showcases Mamaroneck explores a little bit of everything for every taste – jazz, African art and contemporary and emerging artists. The Clay folk, pop, bluegrass, classical, Art Center recently added comedy, dance and many family650 square feet of gallery friendly productions. You can also visit the Performing Arts Center space to display and sell the at SUNY Purchase, the largest work of nationally recognized ceramic artists. And Kykuit, regional performing arts center the Rockefeller Estate, has located between New York City and Picassos, Warhols and other Canada. works by celebrated artists See a movie in style at Pelham’s within a mansion surrounded Picture House, which recently by extraordinary gardens. reopened after a $1.1 million renovation. Enjoy venues designed Many venues, such as The for a specific genre, Arts Exchange, home to such as the Axial ArtsWestchester and dedicated Performing Arts Center to showcasing local artists, are Theatre devoted available to rent for events. to showcasing new plays; the The White Plains Performing Arts Center Jacob Burns Film features shows that have Center, which gotten a lot of Tony Award brings independent attention, including “Lend Me a Tenor” films to the public, and “The Secret Garden.” often followed by The Copland House in Cortlandt Manor, Q&As with the where famed composer Aaron Copland lived for director and board the last 30 years of his life, is now restored as a member Janet creative center for American music. Maslin, a former The Westchester film critic for The Philharmonic New York Times; delivers a scintillating and the Taconic DID YOU KNOW ... schedule of classical Opera, dedicated Hudson River School artist music and pops to producing Jasper Cropsey, who lived pieces, with guest three fully staged at Ever Rest in Hastings-onperformances performances per Hudson, died in anonymity in by such stars as year. 1900, but his brilliant landscapes violinist Nadja For something were rediscovered in the Salerno-Sonnenberg a bit different, 1960s. His work now hangs in and saxophonist visit the charming and teeny Union Church of the White House and many Branford Marsalis. Pocantico Hills – “the Rockefellers’ church” – to museums across the country. The Westchester admire six stunning Chagall stained-glass windows plus one magnificent Matisse window. Chamber 10 www.westchestertourism.com OAfrican-American Heritage Site V Garden -Revolutionary War Site arts & culture Performing Arts Tarrytown Music Hall The Arts Exchange Built in 1885, it is the oldest operating theater in Westchester. Architecturally and acoustically magnificent, 843-seat venue. Home to topnotch jazz, folk, blues and classical concerts, plays, musicals, operas, comedy, dance performances, recordings and films. www.tarrytownmusichall.org 31 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains Ŕ 914-428-4220 Rotating exhibitions all year. Free admission. Also home to “Live@ArtsWestchester,” a performance and spoken-word series with live jazz, world music, readings and other events. www.artswestchester.org Axial Theatre St. John’s Episcopal Church Community House, 8 Sunnyside Rd., Pleasantville Ŕ 914-962-8828 Producing and presenting new works for the stage. www.axialtheatre.org Bendheim Performing Arts Center 999 Wilmot Rd., Scarsdale Ŕ 914-472-3300 ext. 403 A 200+-seat theater offering musical and theatrical performances, films, comedy acts, children’s programs and lively discourse with leading intellectuals, followed by intimate receptions with celebrities. www.jccmw.org Emelin Theatre 153 Library Ln., Mamaroneck Ŕ 914-698-0098 Featuring the very best in theater, family programming, film and music, including folk, bluegrass, indie rock, country, pop, Latin, etc. www.emelin.org Jacob Burns Film Center 364 Manville Rd., Pleasantville Ŕ 914-747-5555 State-of-the-art, three-screen theater presenting independent, documentary and foreign films. Film discussions with actors, critics and others. www.burnsfilmcenter.org Music Conservatory of Westchester 216 Central Ave., White Plains Ŕ 914-761-3900 High-quality music, musical theater and music therapy for 80 years. A not-for-profit community school of arts for all ages and abilities, offering group classes and individual lessons. Paramount Center for the Arts 1008 Brown St., Peekskill Ŕ 914-739-2333 Restored 1,000-seat palace of the 1930s offers arts and entertainment from classical to pop, comedy to drama, art exhibitions, independent films, programs for youth and more. Theater façade features original 2,000-bulb marquee. www.paramountcenter.org Pelham Picture House 8PMGT-O1FMIBNŔ 914-738-7337 Restored 1921 Picture House offers a communitybased, nonprofit alternative to commercial movie theaters, showing the best in new independent and classic cinema. www.paramountcenter.org The Schoolhouse Theater 3 Owens Rd., Croton Falls Ŕ 914-277-8477 Professional regional theater offering three productions each season, children’s performances, readings and special events. www.schoolhousetheater.org 13 Main St., Tarrytown Ŕ 914-631-3390 Open Sat.-Sun. 12-6pm and by appt. www.hvcca.com Maryknoll Sisters Heritage Exhibit 10 Pines Bridge Rd., Maryknoll Ŕ 914-941-7575 Art and artifacts document the first group of American religious women, devoted to service in foreign countries since 1912. Daily 10am4pm. Guided tours by appt. Westchester Broadway Theatre The Studio 1 Broadway Plaza, Elmsford Ŕ 914-592-2222 2 Maryland Ave., Armonk Ŕ 914-273-1452 Classic Broadway-caliber musical revivals and other special performances at the longestrunning, year-round Actor’s Equity theater in New York State. Ticket price includes meal served at your table. Group sales: 914-592-2225, Luxury boxes: 914-592-8730. www.broadwaytheatre.com Westchester Community College 75 Grasslands Rd., Valhalla Ŕ 914-606-6262 Contemporary art gallery offering year-round exhibitions. Outdoor sculpture garden open daily. Gallery hours: Sat.-Sun. 1-5pm. www.thestudiony-alternative.org By Appointment Aaron Copland House P.O. Box 2177, Cortlandt Manor Ŕ 914-788-4659 A variety of musical, dance and theatrical events. Friday evening film series. www.sunywcc.edu Rock Hill was home to the famous composer, 1960-1990. Now a creative center for American music. Appt.-only tours. www.coplandhouse.org Westchester Philharmonic Bush Homestead ✪ 123 Main St., White Plains Ŕ 914-682-3707 The only fully professional symphony orchestra serving Westchester, with innovative performances and the finest new artists. www.westchesterphil.org White Plains Performing Arts Center 11 City Place, White Plains Ŕ 914-328-1600 The 410-seat theater hosts local, national and international performing artists, eclectic entertainment and classic Broadway musicals. www.WPPAC.com Woodward Hall Theatre at Pace University 235 Elm Rd., Briarcliff Manor Ŕ 914-271-2811 Professional theater produces plays new to Westchester, plus staged readings of original plays. Located in Woodward Hall Theatre at Pace University’s Briarcliff Manor campus. www.hudsonstage.com Art Museums & Galleries Donald M. Kendall Sculpture Garden V PepsiCo World Headquarters, Anderson Hill Rd., Purchase Ŕ 914-253-2001 (for directions) More than 152 acres with 45 major pieces of 20th-century sculpture, including works by Moore, Nevelson and Rodin. Free self-guided walk or drive-thru tours. Get map at Information Booth. Open daily, year-round. Memorial Day to Labor Day 7am-6:30pm, other days 9am-5pm. The Hammond Museum and Japanese Stroll Garden V 479 King St., Port Chester Ŕ 914-939-2354 Farmhouse built in 1740s, inhabited by several generations of Bush family. General Israel Putnam’s Revolutionary War headquarters. Ever Rest 49 Washington Ave., Hastings-on-Hudson 914-478-1372 Former home and studio of Hudson River School artist Jasper Cropsey, built in 1835. www.newingtoncropsey.com Flat Iron Artists, Open Studios 105 S. Division St., Peekskill Ŕ 914-734-1894 Guided tours of more than 100 area artists represented by the Flat Iron Gallery, and seven art studios at the Flat Iron Building. Open Thurs.-Sun. 12-6pm and by appt. www.flatiron.qpg.com Jacob Purdy House ✪ 60 Park Ave., White Plains Ŕ 914-328-1776 The oldest historic structure in White Plains, this 1720 Colonial farmhouse twice served as George Washington’s headquarters. www.whiteplainshistory.org The Marble School/Eastchester Historical Society 388 California Rd., Eastchester Ŕ 914-793-1900 Restored one-room schoolhouse built in 1835. www.ehs1835.org Newington Cropsey Foundation Gallery of Art 28 Deveau Rd., North Salem Ŕ 914-669-5033 25 Cropsey Ln., Hastings-on-Hudson Ŕ 914-478-7990 Eastern and Western exhibits, a 3.5-acre Japanese garden, gift shop and café. School and group tours Apr.-Nov. Wed.-Sat. 12-4pm. www.hammondmuseum.org Stepping Stones Among world’s largest Jasper Cropsey collection. www.newingtoncropsey.com 62 Oak Rd., Katonah Ŕ 914-232-4822 Hudson Valley Center for Contemporary Art 1701 Main St., Peekskill Ŕ 914-788-0100 Long-term installations, rotating exhibitions, gallery talks and public education programs showcase works from the global art community. Historic home of Bill and Lois Wilson, respective co-founders of AA and Al-Anon Family groups. National Historic Site. Guided tours by appt. www.steppingstones.org www.westchestertourism.com 11 recreation & leisure Happy 50th for Our Parks Our parks are celebrating a big birthday, turning 50! Westchester’s park system also happens to include more than 50 parks and recreation areas, ranging from the historic, four-acre, beaux-arts Patriots Park in Tarrytown to the wild, 4,315-acre Ward Pound Ridge Reservation. Several serene destinations offer exceptional hikes throughout the year. Scenic Hudson Park in Irvington offers magnificent views of the Hudson River and timeless New York skyline, as well as opportunities to enjoy picnicking, paddling and bird watching. A RiverWalk is progressing along the Hudson. When completed, it will have 51.5 miles of trail; already 33 miles have been incorporated. On a scintillating summer weekend, “communing with nature” can mean bringing a picnic lunch to an outdoor Amusements & Entertainment The Cliffs $PNNFSDF4U7BMIBMMBŔ30$, More than 13,000 sq. ft. of indoor rock climbing. Parties, events, instruction and outdoor trips. www.TheCliffsClimbing.com Elmsford Raceway 342-344 Saw Mill River Rd., Elmsford Ŕ 914-592-5375 Slot-car racing for all ages. Indoor model car racing. General racing, parties and corporate events. www.flatoutfun.com sculpture garden. A couple of acclaimed options are Kykuit, The Rockefeller Estate in Pocantico Hills, and The Donald M. Kendall Sculpture Gardens in Purchase. Westchester is also home to a half-dozen challenging, 18-hole golf courses. Enjoy the natural topography and steep slopes at Dunwoodie Golf Course in Yonkers or the always intimidating water hazards and linear play at Sprain Lake Golf Course. Grand Prix New York For all sorts of family fun, there are beaches, boat outings, kayak trails, fishing piers and a DID YOU KNOW ... variety of private recreational The castles at Glen Island Park, reminiscent of those in Germany’s facilities. Try out Grand Prix New York & Spins Bowl for thrilling Rhineland, were constructed in bumper-to-bumper racing, or the late 19th century for use as a enjoy a friendly laser war inside beer garden and restaurant when Funfuzion at New Roc City. The the park was known as Glen Playland Amusement Park has Island Casino. provided family fun since 1928. Ward Pound Ridge Reservation megaplex. Video games, rides, laser tag, glow bowling, mini golf, billiards and indoor go-karting. Specializing in birthday parties and group events. www.funfuziononline.com Grand Prix New York & Spins Bowl Sound. Swimming pool, lake boating, picnic area, fireworks, mini golf and indoor ice skating. www.ryeplayland.org Beaches 333 North Bedford Rd., Mount Kisco Ŕ 914-241-3131 Croton Point Park Indoor open-wheel racing, arcade, laser tag, billiards and acclaimed dining. State-of-the-art bowling center. Group events. www.gpny.com Croton Point Ave., Croton-on-Hudson Ŕ 914-862-5290 Playland Amusement Park www.westchestergov.com/parks Lakeside at Osceola 399 East Main St., Jefferson Valley Ŕ 914-245-3246 www.lakesideatosceola.com Playland Pkwy., Rye Ŕ 914-813-7010 Funfuzion at New Roc City 19 LeCount Place, New Rochelle Ŕ 914-637-7575 Westchester’s largest indoor entertainment 12 www.westchestertourism.com America’s first planned amusement park. Roller coasters, vertical thrills, water rides and Kiddyland. Beach, boardwalk and pier on Long Island Playland Park Playland Pkwy., Rye Ŕ 914-813-7010 www.ryeplayland.org OAfrican-American Heritage Site V Garden -Revolutionary War Site Boat Launching Ramps Croton Point Park Croton Point Ave., Croton-on-Hudson Ŕ 914-862-5290 Boat and kayak launching. people aboard 20- to 35-foot vessels. Sailing lessons, sailing club and youth program. www.crotonsailing.com Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park 2957 Crompond Rd., Yorktown Heights Ŕ 914-245-4434 George’s Island Park Dutch St., Montrose Ŕ 914-737-7530 Boat launching ramps. Peekskill Riverfront Green Park Seasonal rowboat rentals on lake and pond. www.nysparks.com Playland Park Playland Pkwy., Rye Ŕ 914-813-7010 Municipal launch. Pedal boats and lake cruise. May-Labor Day. www.ryeplayland.org Playland Park Wampus Pond Playland Pkwy., Rye Ŕ 914-813-7010 Rt. 128, Armonk Ŕ 914-273-3230 Boat launching ramps – kayaks only. Rowboats available Memorial Day-Labor Day. Weekends and holidays only. www.westchestergov.com/parks Railroad Ave., Peekskill Ŕ 914-734-7275 Yonkers Municipal Boat Ramp Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Rts. 35 & 121 , Cross River Ŕ 914-864-7317 Open-faced lean-tos, each accommodating up to eight persons, for daily or overnight rental throughout the year. www.westchestergov.com/parks Cross-Country Skiing/ Sledding/Snowshoeing 914-864-PARK Permitted on most county-owned golf courses and other selected locations, pending weather. Call about locations and conditions. Mon.-Fri. www.westchestergov.com/parks Kennedy Marina Park, Yonkers Ŕ 914-377-6450 Municipal launch. Camping Boat & Kayak Rentals Blue Mountain Reservation Atlantic Kayak Tours Year-round rental of rustic Trail Lodge on weekly, daily or overnight basis for accredited groups and agencies. Recreation/dining hall with full kitchen and fireplace. Two separate dorms each have 15 cots and adjoining shower and toilet facilities. www.westchestergov.com/parks Annsville Creek Paddlesport Center, Rt. 6 / Rt. 9 Circle, Cortlandt Manor Ŕ 914-739-2588 Hudson River’s only on-water, full-service canoe and kayak center, with rentals and instruction Apr.-Nov. Seasonal guided tours. www.atlantickayaktours.com Croton Sailing School &MMJPU3E$SPUPOPO)VETPOŔ Private, captained Hudson River charters for 1-6 Welcher Ave., Peekskill Ŕ 914-862-5275 Croton Point Park Croton Point Ave., Croton-on-Hudson Ŕ 914-862-5290 Cabins and campsites for tents and trailers. Rec hall, swimming pool and playing fields. www.westchestergov.com/parks Rockefeller State Park Preserve www.westchestertourism.com 13 recreation & leisure Cruising American Cruise Lines %FQBSUTGSPN/:$Ŕ Seven-night fall foliage tours in Oct. Hudson Valley itinerary stops in historic Sleepy Hollow. Sail from NYC to Albany and back. www.americancruiselines.com Trinity Cruise Company Sprain Lake Golf Course Charles Point Marina, 5 John Walsh Blvd., Peekskill 914-589-7773 Grassy Sprain Rd., Yonkers Ŕ 914-231-3481 Cruise the Hudson in a Coast Guard buoy tender. Several daily tours. Seasonal, Wed.-Sun. www.trinitycruisecompany.com Westchester Golf 0O.7$PNNBOEFSŔ Permitted in county-owned streams and lakes, unless “No Fishing” signs are posted. New York State fishing license required. www.westchestergov.com/parks 845-597-7272 Sail the Hudson River out of Peekskill on a Mississippi-style paddleboat. Sunday brunches, Murder Mystery dinners, July 4 and Celebrate Peekskill Fireworks cruises, and Fall Foliage cruises. Private charters. Reservations required. www.tahitiqueen.com New York Sailing School 22 Pelham Rd., New Rochelle Ŕ 914-235-6052 Seventy-five lighted tees. PGA teaching pros. 2710 Lexington Ave., Mohegan Lake Ŕ 914-526-8337 Westchester County Clerk’s Office: 914-995-3086 Hudson Valley Riverboat Tours 761 Dobbs Ferry Rd., White Plains Ŕ 914-592-6553 Yorktown Golf & Baseball Center Fishing Hudson Highland Cruises Three-hour, narrated cruise on 1917 excursion boat, passing through Hudson Highlands from Peekskill to West Point. Last Sat. of each month, May-Oct. Reservations required. Private party cruises. www.commanderboat.com www.westchestergov.com/parks Two-tier, 36-stall, heated practice tees. PGA teaching pros. Pro shop, baseball batting cages. www.yorktowngolfandbaseball.com Golf Courses - Public & Semi-Private Golf - Driving Ranges Doral Golf Club Dunwoodie Golf Course Nine holes, par 35, 3,200 yards. Pro shop, driving range, putting green, restaurant. Wasylenko Ln., Yonkers Ŕ 914-231-3490 www.westchestergov.com/parks Anderson Hill Rd., Rye Brook Ŕ 914-939-5500 Dunwoodie Golf Course Wasylenko Ln., Yonkers Ŕ 914-231-3490 Fairview Golf Center 300 Waterside Dr., Elmsford Ŕ 914-592-1669 Two-tier practice area with 38 heated stalls, yearround. PGA teaching pros. Pro shop and snack bar. www.fairviewgolfcenter.com Eighteen holes, par 70, 5,778 yards. Pro shop, driving range, snack bar, restaurant. www.westchestergov.com/golf Hudson Hills Golf Course Croton Dam Rd., Ossining Ŕ 914-864-3000 Sunset sails and overnight adventures from New Rochelle to historic seaports. Reservations required. www.nyss.com Mohansic Golf Course www.westchestergov.com/parks Eighteen holes, par 72, 6,800 yards. Pro shop, restaurant, showers, locker rooms. www.hudsonhillsgolf.com Prestige Yacht Charters Sports Underdome Lake Isle Country Club 914-723-4510 Luxury yacht charters for special occasions. www.prestigeyachtcharters.com Baldwin Rd., Yorktown Heights Ŕ 914-862-5283 657 Garden Ave., Mount Vernon Ŕ 914-663-2323 Indoor golf facility and playing fields. www.sportsunderdome.com 660 White Plains Rd., Eastchester Ŕ 914-961-3453 Eighteen holes, par 70 (men) and 72 (women). 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Ideal for bicycling, nature study, hiking and walking. www.westchestergov.com/parks Mohansic Golf Course Funfuzion glow Baldwin Rd., Yorktown Heights Ŕ 914-862-5283 19 LeCount Place, New Rochelle Ŕ 914-637-7575 Maple Moor Golf Course North St., White Plains Ŕ 914-995-9200 914-864-PARK 300 Waterside Dr., Elmsford Ŕ 914-592-1669 www.fairviewgolfcenter.com Eighteen holes, par 70, 6,385 yards. Pro shop, driving range, snack bar, restaurant, locker rooms. www.westchestergov.com/golf Glow-in-the-dark indoor course at New Roc City. www.funfuziononline.com Playland Park Pehquenakonck Country Club Playland Pkwy., Rye Ŕ 914-813-7010 101 Bloomerside Rd., North Salem Ŕ 914-669-6776 www.ryeplayland.org Nine holes, par 68 (two sets of tees). An 18-hole round is 4,104 yards. Snack bar. Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains Ŕ 914-381-4843 Tibbetts Brook Park 18 High Ridge Rd., Pound Ridge Ŕ 914-764-5771 Pete Dye-designed, 18 holes, par 72, 7,171 yards. Restaurant, range, pro shop. Midland Ave., Yonkers Ŕ 914-557-5046 Yorktown Golf & Baseball Center Saxon Woods Golf Course 2710 Lexington Ave., Mohegan Lake Ŕ 914-526-8337 Mamaroneck Rd., Scarsdale Ŕ 914-231-3461 www.yorktowngolfandbaseball.com Eighteen holes, par 71, 6,354 yards. Pro shop, restaurant, locker rooms. www.westchestergov.com/golf Hiking & Biking Briarcliff - Peekskill Trailway Sprain Lake Golf Course 914-864-PARK Grassy Sprain Rd., Yonkers Ŕ 914-231-3481 Unpaved trailway in 12-mile linear park from Ossining to the Blue Mountain Reservation in Peekskill. No bicycles. www.westchestergov.com/golf Eighteen holes, par 70, 6,026 yards. Pro shop, driving range, snack bar, restaurant. www.westchestergov.com/golf 914-864-PARK Fifteen-mile, unpaved trail with varied surfaces. Hiking, walking, nature study. No bicycles. www.westchestergov.com/parks North County Trailway 914-864-PARK Saxon Wood Park Pound Ridge Golf Colonial Greenway A 22.1-mile trail from Mount Pleasant north to the Putnam County line in Yorktown. www.westchestergov.com/parks Old Croton Aqueduct Trail/ State Historic Park 914-693-5259 Tree-lined, 26.2-mile portion of a 41-mile trailway shows off historic treasures along the Hudson River. Aqueduct is a National Historic Landmark. Trail connects to 97-acre Croton Gorge Park, with view of dam. Detailed trail map for sale. Open year-round. www.aqueduct.org South County Trailway 914-864-PARK A 14.1-mile paved trail from Yonkers to Elmsford. www.westchestergov.com/parks W estc h e s t FIVE GR EAT ZO NES OF FUN! er ’s Ma^FunhouseaZlho^k,))Ob]^h :k\Z]^@Zf^l%LmZm^h_ma^:kmLazer Tag :k^gZ%ObkmnZeK^ZebmrKhee^k<hZlm^kl% <Zkhnl^e%Kb]^lma^Db]Shg^Lh_mIeZr Zk^Z_hkmhmlBowlingpbma*0@ehp&bg& ma^&=ZkdEZg^l@ehp&bg&ma^&=Zkd Mini GolfBg]hhkGo-KartshgZ0)) mkZ\dBilliards Ping Pong NL LgZ\d;Zkl O Y I n do or Am nt me se u Pa r )1D];gmflHdY[]$F]oJg[`]dd]$FQ)(0()1),%.+/%/-/- k! www.funfuziononline.com &32)%3/2,1.02+3#'2-03/11(&3.,'203.,+3(220*,#3/11(-3 &31()*(2,0./%3*/2)2--3,02/,20 &32++%-3)0/.31',#231/3!1!0.*)-33('-*!3 &32.-1,.)31'0+11/311)33 &3*0,2--3/11(3 &32++%-32-0.'/.,032.0'/*,#3(.+2"01"1/+2/3/2..-0 $31)*+.%3,,3 /*23 03*-!1333$ 3 $ " $" (ever...) www.westchestertourism.com 15 recreation & leisure Horseback Riding Greenburgh Nature Center V Riverridge Equestrian Center A 33-acre woodland preserve with trails, pond gardens, birds of prey aviary and other outdoor animal displays. Manor House Museum has more than 100 animals, greenhouse, natural history exhibits and gift shop. Family programs. Manor House open Mon.-Thurs. 9:30am-4:30pm, weekends 10am-4:30pm. Grounds open dawn-dusk. www.greenburghnaturecenter.org 960A California Rd., Eastchester Ŕ 914-633-0303 Trail rides and pony parties. Haunted hay rides in Oct. English and Western lessons available. Also, trail rides in Central Park in New York City. Marksmanship 99 Dromore Rd., Scarsdale Ŕ 914-723-3470 Blue Mountain Reservation Sportsman Center Rye Nature Center 183 Watch Hill Rd., Cortlandt Manor 914-862-5280 City-owned, 47-acre wildlife preserve with ponds, streams and hiking trails. Environmental education programs and activities. Open yearround. Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm, Sat. 10am-4pm. www.ryenaturecenter.org Target areas for archery, small- and large-bore rifle, pistol, trap and skeet shooting. NYS pistol permit required. No children under 12. Open Thurs. and Fri. 10am-3pm, Sat. 10am-4:30pm, Sun. 11am-4pm. Coyne Park Rifle and Pistol Range 771 McLean Ave., Yonkers Ŕ 914-862-5297 Instruction and safety courses periodically. Must have your own firearms and pistol license. Open Mon., Wed and Thurs 5-10pm, Fri. 10am-10pm, weekends 12-6pm. www.coyneparkrange.net Nature Centers Croton Point Nature Center Croton Point Ave., Croton-on-Hudson 914-862-5297 Local flora, fauna and Native American history. L 873 Boston Post Rd., Rye Ŕ 914-967-5150 Teatown Lake Reservation V 1600 Spring Valley Rd., Ossining Ŕ 914-762-2912 An 834-acre environmental education center and nature preserve with birds of prey and animal displays, programs and events. Open Tues.-Sun. 9am-5pm. Hiking trails open daily dawn-dusk. www.teatown.org Weinberg Nature Center 455 Mamaroneck Ave., Scarsdale Ŕ 914-722-1289 Variety of wildlife amid meadow, fruit orchard, butterfly/hummingbird garden, Japanese-style Zen meditation garden and Native American Village. Trailside Museum with exhibits and programs. Trails open daily dawn-dusk. Trailside Museum open year-round, Wed.-Sun. 9am-5pm (Summer: Mon.-Fri). www.weinbergnaturecenter.org ocated off the Saw Mill River Parkway, this beautiful hotel opened its doors in August 2009. This ideal location is perfect for those relocating, training programs, renovating homes and business travelers. We pride ourselves as the extended-stay hotel that helps you feel connected while away from home. Our homelike surrounding invite you to relax and our atmosphere will surely make everyone feel welcome. The hotel features spacious elegantly decorated suites, full kitchens and separate sleeping areas. Central location makes for easy travel to all areas and New York City. Close to Empire City Casino, Yankee Stadium, Bronx Zoo and Rye Playland - you will find something of interest. We look forward to having you stay with us! 16 www.westchestertourism.com Nature Preserves Cranberry Lake Preserve Old Orchard St., North White Plains 914-428-1005 Hiking and walking on 135 acres. www.westchestergov.com/parks Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary Playland Pkwy., Rye Ŕ 914-867-8720 A 179-acre sanctuary alongLong Island Sound migratory flyway. Home to diverse marine life. In winter months, the 85-acre lake hosts more than 5,000 ducks. Recognized by Audubon New York. Kitchawan Preserve Rt. 134, Yorktown Heights 914-864-7000 Trails and nature study. Open daily dawn-dusk. www.westchestergov.com/parks Lenoir Preserve Dudley St., Yonkers Ŕ 914-968-5851 Wildlife preserve overlooks Hudson River and the Palisades. Lenoir Nature Center inside historic carriage house. Trails open daily dawn-dusk. www.westchestergov.com/parks Marshlands Conservancy Rt. 1, Rye Ŕ 914-834-4466 Woods, fields and salt marsh on 160 acres along the Long Island Sound. Free weekend tours. Open daily dawn-dusk. www.westchestergov.com/parks CONTACT INFORMATION Lisa Keppler 7 Executive Boulevard Yonkers, NY 10701 914-476-4600 914-476-4606 (fax) lkeppler@truenorthhotels.com www.residenceinnyonkers.com recreation & leisure Rockefeller State Park Preserve Rt. 117, Pocantico Hills Ŕ 914-631-1470 Rockefeller-designed carriage trails. Wetlands, woodlands, meadows, fields and lakes. Hiking/ bridle, fishing and nature trails. Visitors Center Art Gallery. Open year-round dawn-dusk. www.friendsrock.org Silver Lake Preserve Lake St., White Plains Ŕ 914-864-7000 Fishing, hiking and walking trails, nature study. Open daily dawn-dusk. www.westchestergov.com/parks Westmoreland Sanctuary 260 Chestnut Ridge Rd., Mount Kisco Ŕ 914-666-8448 Eight miles of trails on 625 acres. Trail maps at entrance. Nature museum open Mon.-Sat. 9am5pm, Sun. 10:30am-5pm. Trails open dawn-dusk. www.westmorelandsanctuary.org Other Preserves Travel With The Leader! In business since 1984. Our Secret? 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Open year-round 8am-dusk. www.nysparks.com Lasdon Park & Arboretum V Rts. 35 & 121 , Somers Ŕ 914-864-7268 A 234-acre park and arboretum with trees, plants, shrubs and stunning one-acre entrance garden. Horticultural workshps, art classes and shows and concerts. Open year-round 8am-4pm. www.westchestergov.com/parks Sal J. Prezioso Mountain Lakes Park Hawley Rd., North Salem Ŕ 914-864-7312 A 1,082-acre park with scenic trail hiking, fishing, challenge ropes course, camping, rowboat rentals, picnicking, winter activities and more. www.westchestergov.com/parks M@<NÛJ?FNÛJ:?<;LC<JÛ¬ÛGLI:?8J<ÛK@:B<KJÛ8KÛ ÜÜÜ°À>`Ü>Þ/ i>ÌÀi°V "8Ê" Ê£{®ÊxÓÓÓÓÓ ,"1*Ê--Ê£{®ÊxÓÓÓÓx #30"%8":1-";"&-.4'03%/: 181,9Ê"8-Ê£{®ÊxÓnÇÎä ".&3*$"/&913&44t."45&3$"3%t7*4"t%*4$07&3 K`]ÛeYfY_]e]flÛj]k]jn]kÛl`]Ûja_`lÛlgÛeYc]Ûk[`]\md]ÛgjÛhjg_jYeÛ [`Yf_]kÛa^Ûj]imaj]\Û8ddÛkYd]kÛ^afYdÛEgÛ[Yk`ÛgjÛ[j]\alÛ[Yj\Ûj]^mf\k 5IF0GGJDJBM"JSMJOFPG8#5 www.westchestertourism.com 17 recreation & leisure Edward J. Murray Memorial Skating Center 348 Tuckahoe Rd., Yonkers 914-377-6469 Public skating and adult floor hockey. Public roller skating every Fri. June-Sept. 7:30-10pm. www.yonkersny.gov Hommocks Park Ice Rink Boston Post Rd. & Weaver St., Mamaroneck 914-834-1069 Public skating sessions daily except Wed. Skate with popular characters on weekends. www.hommocksicerink.org Ice Hutch Westchester Skating Academy Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Untermeyer Park & Gardens V 945 North Broadway, Yonkers Ŕ 914-377-6450 Grecian gardens landscaped in the Beaux Arts style. Temple overlooks mosaic pool, sculptures and Greek amphitheater. Views of Hudson River and the Palisades. Open year-round dawn-dusk. www.yonkersny.gov Reservations Rts. 35 & 121, Cross River 914-864-7317 Indoor ice rink for public skating, ice hockey, classes, figure-skating and birthday parties. Playland Ice Casino 1MBZMBOE1LXZ3ZFŔ Nearly 5,000 acres with hiking and horsebackriding trails. Trailside Nature Museum offers natural history and Native American exhibits, bird walks and other special nature events. www.westchestergov.com/parks Three indoor rinks for public skating. Party Night every Fri. with live DJ and special effects. Saturday Night Grooves – dance to the music of the ’70s to today. Party packages available. www.ryeplayland.org Westchester Skating Academy Skating Rinks Blue Mountain Reservation 655 Garden Ave., Mount Vernon 914-699-6787 91 Fairview Park Dr., Elmsford 914-347-8232 Welcher Ave., Peekskill Ŕ 914-862-5275 Ebersole Ice Rink Hiking and nature study. www.westchestergov.com/parks Lake St., White Plains Ŕ 914-422-1390 Public skating daily except holidays. Two NHL-size ice rinks, pro shop and food court. Rink rentals. Open year-round. www.skateusa.com • We are the Catholic Foreign Mission Society of America, serving all, especially the poor and marginalized, in 27 countries. Experience the world of mission at our 90-acre campus! Interactive Museum International Gift Shop Meeting Rooms Exhibit Space Schools/Groups Welcome Tours Available Museum open: Monday-Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Gift Shop open: Monday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 3.p.m. 914.941.7636 Directions: x2294 Gift Shop: x2427 Tours: x2670 55 Ryder Road • Ossining, NY • 10562 w w w. m a r y k n o l l s o c i e t y. o r g 1 - 8 8 8 - M A R Y K N O L L 18 www.westchestertourism.com Lyndhurst is America’s premier Gothic Revival mansion and magnificent Hudson Valley estate. Experience Lyndhurst’s dramatic mansion with its elaborately decorated rooms, stained glass & artwork. Consider the estate’s grounds, formal rose garden and historic Carriage House as the perfect location for your gala, wedding or corporate event. 635 South Broadway Tarrytown, NY 10591 914.631.4481 www.lyndhurst.org Photo: Bret Morgan & Frank Farina Come Visit Our: nature’s bounty Locally Grown Fun Get in on the fun of farm life – hay rides, petting zoos and fresh produce – while making the connection between the food on your plate and the farmland where it’s grown. As interest in sustainable agriculture and organic foods grows, it’s an ideal time to experience fun activities down on the farm in Westchester County. At the Stone Barns Center for Food and Agriculture, an 80acre, four-seasons farm in Pocantico Hills, you can explore gardens and pastures and then enjoy a meal made from the bounty you see around you. The farm serves up a variety of programs, from birding classes to speakers to children’s activities and camps. The Hilltop Hanover Farm & Environmental Center in Yorktown Heights dedicates itself to watershed protection and agricultural education. Learn about easyto-adopt practices such as backyard farming, rainwater harvesting and composting. Bring your own bag and visit FARMS & ORCHARDS Hilltop Hanover Farm & Environmental Center )BOPWFS4U:PSLUPXO)FJHIUTŔ Bucolic, 187-acre farm with pastures, crop gardens, historic buildings and forest dating to 1600s. Vegetable picking, picnicking, butterfly and Farm-At-Home demonstration gardens and hiking on 3.5 miles of woodland trails. Open April-Oct., Tues.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Nov.-March, Tues.-Fri. 10am-4pm. www.hilltophanoverfarm.org Mangone’s Farmers’ Market 1427 East Boston Post Rd., Mamaroneck 914-698-3865 Fresh fruit and vegetables in summer and Christmas trees late in year. Open March-Dec. Meadows Farm 6OEFSIJMM"WF:PSLUPXO)FJHIUTŔ Fresh-picked fruit and vegetables. Open May-Nov. www.meadowsfarmmarket.com its farm stands offering fresh, homegrown produce, seasonal vegetables, herbs and cut flowers. Indulge in preserves, honey, applepicking and hayrides at Stuart’s Farm in Somers, the county’s oldest working family farm, operating since 1828. Rainbeau Ridge in Bedford Hills is known for its delicious hand-ladled goat cheese. Dream of possibilities for your own flower beds as you see the beauty and serenity of the annual and perennial plants grown at Westchester Greenhouses in Hartsdale. A county park, Stone Barns Center for Food & Agriculture Muscoot Farm in Somers is home to horses, several breeds of cows and sheep, pigs, chickens and goats. Visitors can pet some of the animals and often get to see newborns in their pens. No matter when you visit Westchester County, you’ll find we’re growing something! Whether your passions include cooking, farming or taste-testing, you’ll find something to your liking among the wide variety of tours, how-to classes and other family-friendly activities. Muscoot Farm century feel. Farm animals and equipment, historic buildings, hiking and nature trails. Hay rides from May-Oct. Education programs and workshops. Open year-round, daily 10am-4pm. www.westchestergov.com/parks Harvest Moon Farm & Orchard )BSETDSBCCMF3E/PSUI4BMFNŔ Fruits, vegetables, jams, jellies, annuals, perennials and hanging baskets. Pick-yourown apples, pumpkins, Christmas trees and wreaths. Special events in the fall. Open daily 9am-6pm. Closed mid-Jan.-March. www.harvestmoonfarmandorchard.com Rainbeau Ridge %BWJEōT8BZ#FEGPSE)JMMTŔ A “real and accessible” farm with activities for kids and adults. www.rainbeauridge.com Stone Barns Center for Food & Agriculture #FEGPSE3E1PDBOUJDP)JMMTŔ Muscoot Farm 3U4PNFSTŔ A 777-acre interpretive farm with turn-of-the20 www.westchestertourism.com Farm and education center celebrates community-based food production. Blue Hill at Stone Barns restaurant brings field and pasture to the plate. Programs and activities include farm tours, cooking classes, tastings, how-to workshops, lectures, book discussions and more. Open Wed.-Sun. 10am-5pm. www.stonebarnscenter.org Stuart’s Farm 62 Granite Springs Rd., Granite Springs 914-245-2784 County’s oldest working family farm, dates to 1828. Includes 200 acres of apple orchards, pumpkin fields and vegetable crops, plus fruits, local honey, preserves and flowers. Hay rides. Fresh-baked fruit pies, apple cider doughnuts from our new bakery. Open April-Oct., 9am6pm and Nov.-Dec., 9am-5pm. www.stuartsfarm.com Thompson’s Cider Mill #MJOO3E$SPUPOPO)VETPOŔ Seasonal apple cider mill on historic four-acre orchard. Many apple varieties blended to create traditional fresh cider. No apple picking. Weekends only from late Sept.-Thanksgiving. www.thompsonscidermill.com ( ( nature’s bounty BREWERIES & WINES Westchester Greenhouses 8FTU)BSUTEBMF"WF)BSUTEBMFŔ Annuals, perennials, cut flowers, fresh produce, jams, honey, hay rides, in Oct., poinsettias, Christmas trees and wreaths. Open EasterChristmas, 8:30am-5:30pm. Wilkens Fruit & Fir Farm 8IJUF)JMM3E:PSLUPXOŔ Pick-your-own apples, cider, pumpkins and Christmas trees. Baked goods, crafts and cooking accessories. Market open daily, Sept.Dec., 11am-5pm. www.wilkensfarm.com FARM TO MARKET Indoor Farmers’ Markets 2012 Captain Lawrence Brewing Company Prospero Winery .BSCMF"WF1MFBTBOUWJMMFŔ Craft brewer with award-winning beers, including seasonal offerings. Tours and tastings. www.captainlawrencebrewing.com Family winery produces wines of California grape, including White Merlot, Pinot Noir, Muscat Canelli, Pinot Grigio, Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon and more. www.prosperowinery.com Make Your Own Wine The Winery at St. George 'BJSWJFX1BSL%S&MNTGPSEŔ 1715 East Main St., Mohegan Lake 914-455-4272 4BX.JMM3JWFS3E&MNTGPSEŔ State-of-the-art winemaking school. Seminars and winemaking sessions cover crushing/ de-stemming, pressing, racking and bottling. Custom-label your own high-quality wine. www.myowine.com NYS winery; wine making, tastings room and visitor center in historic Old St. George Church. Limited-edition, high-quality wines. www.thewineryatstgeorge.com (All markets are rain or shine, with no admission fee) Outdoor Farmers’ Markets 2012 Ossining Rye Briarcliff Croton-on-Hudson Corner of Main and Spring St. May 26-Dec. 15, Sat. 8:30am-2pm Location TBD Jan. 7-May 19, Sat. 9am-1pm Municipal Lot on Municipal Pl. and Riverside Ave. May 30-Nov. 21, Wed. 1:30-6:30pm Parking Lot 2 on Theodore Fremd Ave. Behind the Purchase St. stores. May 26-Dec. 15, Sun. 8:30am-2pm Mamaroneck Peekskill Bank St. Õi Û°ÊUÊ£{ÇÎÇÓÇnä Tarrytown White Plains St. Thomas Episcopal Church Heathcote Hall, 168 West Boston Post Rd. Jan. 7-May 19, Sat. 9am-1pm Larchmont Metro North Parking Deck #3 off Chatsworth Ave. May 26-Dec. 15, Sat. 8:30am-1pm Pelham White Plains New Rochelle Pleasantville Westchester County Center Jan. 15, Feb. 12, March 25, 10am-3pm *>À}\Êfx®ÊUÊ£{x{äxä Library Green, Huguenot St. and Lawton St. June 15-Nov. 16, Fri. 8am-3pm Memorial Plaza off Manville Rd. May 26-Dec. 15, Sat. 8:30am-1pm Corner of Harmon Ave. and Fifth Ave. May 26-Nov. 16, Sat. 8:30am-2pm Patriot’s Park on Rt. 9. Court St. between Main & Martine Aves. >Þ Û°ÊUÊ£{{ÓÓ£{££ Unless a phone number is listed, additional information can be found online at www.communitymarkets.biz. www.westchestertourism.com 21 shopping Retail Variety . . . And Even Valet Parking! From chic downtown shopping districts to high-end malls, Westchester lets you keep up with the latest trends while enjoying some of the finest shopping available in New York. Hundreds of upscale stores inside the county’s two largest retail malls make White Plains a shopping mecca for high fashion: The Galleria at White Plains houses top-quality specialty stores among its four levels, while less than a mile away, The Westchester provides a world-class setting for the likes of Gucci, Nieman Post Road Gallery Marcus and Brooks Brothers. Enjoy services such as valet parking, as well as complimentary strollers and wheel chairs. If you’re a person who believes that bigger is definitely better, the newly renovated Cross County Shopping Center, occupying a huge 1.3-millionsquare-foot space in Yonkers, offers an outdoor shopping experience that lets the whole family enjoy landscaped gardens while patronizing favorite retailers ranging from A|X Armani Exchange to XXI Forever. New in Yonkers, Westchester’s Ridge Hill is a sophisticated outdoor shopping, dining and entertainment destination that has recently opened with exciting names such as Desigual, H&M, L.L. Bean and Orvis. The Empire State Flea Market in Port Chester should top any bargain-hunter’s itinerary. A year-round shopping tradition for 35 years, it features more than 150 vendors selling everything from jewelry and luggage to sports collectibles and car accessories. 22 www.westchestertourism.com A SHORT STROLL TO ANTIQUES & UNIQUES In many Westchester towns, it’s easy to park the car and browse among an eclectic mix of stores within inviting, pedestrian-friendly areas. A shopping destination for most of northern Westchester, Mount Kisco boasts boutiques galore, including the newly opened, high-end Churchills of Mount Kisco (914-666-4800, www.churchillsmountkisco. Katonah Street Shopping com), which showcases the latest in men’s and women’s fashions, and Elephant’s Trunk DID YOU KNOW ... (914-666-7666, www. Prior to the opening of I-95, the elephantstrunk.com), which offers eyemajor “antiquing route” heading catching evening north out of New York City was gowns. Route 1, a.k.a. Boston Post Road. If you’re looking One popular stop, the Post Road for rare treasures, Gallery, has operated on the Westchester’s same block in Larchmont since antiques dealers 1952 and still supplies fine and vintage shops American art and 19th-century are the place to objects to museums and hunt. Tarrytown, collectors. in particular, is brimming with antiques stores. The Barn at Sundial Farm (914-748-6058, www.sundialfarm.us) displays home and garden antiques in three historic barns and seven horse stalls. For an even funkier experience, visit Pretty Funny Vintage (914-631-3368, www. prettyfunnyvintage.com), an offbeat antiques store with two floors of home furnishings, vintage apparel, industrial elements, and more. Larchmont has an up-and-coming shopping district that features chic boutiques. Be sure to check out Creative Trendz Design Studio (914-630-7400, www. creativetrendzdesignstudio.com), a home furnishings shop that also offers interior design services, and Stephanie’s Kloset (914-834-2144, www.stephanieskloset.com), a clothing boutique for preteens. With the wide variety of unique and enticing stores in this county, it’s easy to take a piece of Westchester home with you. shopping MALLS & SHOPPING CENTERS Cortlandt Town Center .PIFHBO-BLFŔ Movie theater and more than 40 retailers, including Wal-Mart, Marshalls, Home Depot, Barnes & Noble and more. Cross County Shopping Center :POLFSTŔ One million sq. ft. in 15 buildings joined by outdoor promenade. More than 100 fine retailers include an expanded Macy’s, A|X Armani Exchange, Swarovski, bebe, GUESS, H&M and Sears. Two new children’s play areas. www.crosscountyshoppingcenter.com Empire State Flea Market 1PSU$IFTUFSŔ Jefferson Valley Mall Jefferson Valley Mall :PSLUPXO)FJHIUTŔ Two-level regional shopping center with Ann Taylor Loft, American Eagle Outfitters, Bath & Body Works, Gap stores, Pacific Sunwear and about 90 other stores. Food court and free parking. www.simon.com/mall/?id=100 The Source at White Plains/ One Maple Avenue White Plains Brand-name shopping complex with Whole Foods, Destination Maternity, Raymour & Flanigan Furniture, dining establishments and more. Central parking garage. Tarry Market New merchandise at bargain prices, with 150 vendors and 20 full-service fine jewelers. Cashrefund policy ensures customer satisfaction. Indoor market has heating, A/C and fresh new look. Special children’s events. Year-round, Fri.Sun., extended days and hours in Dec. www.empirestatefleamarket.com 1PSU$IFTUFSŔ The Galleria at White Plains Vernon Hills Shopping Center 8IJUF1MBJOTŔ &BTUDIFTUFSŔ Four-story mall with several levels of parking for 130 stores, including Macy’s, Brookstone, H&M and Forever 21. Large food court. www.simon.com/mall/?id=1246 Stores include American Eagle Outfitters, Gymboree, Ann Taylor, Children’s Place, Brooks Brothers, Smith & Hawken, Talbots and more. Adjacent to Lord & Taylor. eat Market on North Main Street features finest European and local artisanal products, from hand-made pasta, house-made sausage and fresh produce to cured meats, daily-baked bread, imported cheeses and café selections. www.tarrymarket.com drink The Westchester 8IJUF1MBJOTŔ World-class destination boasts bronze sculptures, skylights and more than 150 fine stores, such as Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Crate & Barrel, Pottery Barn Kids, Burberry, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Nike and Brooks Brothers. Valet parking, complimentary strollers and wheelchairs, and kids’ club program. Fullservice restaurants and a food court. www.simon.com:80/mall/?id=105 Westchester’s Ridge Hill :POLFSTŔ New, three-level mall ideal for leisurely shopping and dining. Gap, H&M, L.L. Bean and Sephora and many other retailers in a village green setting. Showcase Cinema de Lux is available for upscale dining and entertainment. www.westchestersridgehill.com celebrate relax One Location. Four Experiences. The Radisson Hotel of New Rochelle is a whole new way to look at a hotel. Here at the Radisson we offer you one location for all your events. The Experience just got better, with a brand new lobby & guest rooms! 914.576.3700 | www.radissonnewrochelle.com | One Radisson Plaza | New Rochelle | NY 10801 www.westchestertourism.com 23 on the town A Lively Scene On the Water and Around Town Westchester’s waterfront dining is a treat Le Jardin du Roi in Yonkers Waterfront for the eyes as well as the palate. On the Chappaqua is a favorite local eatery Hudson River, tasty options range from the for Bedford resident and GrammyStriped Bass in Tarrytown to Irvington’s winning musician Rob Thomas. Red Hat on the River, while the Yonkers In town is a favorite hangout of Downtown Waterfront gets you hooked the Clintons, Crabtree’s Kittle with stellar restaurants like the elegant House, which houses one of the nation’s most celebrated wine X20 Xaviars on the Hudson, with centers with literally thousands of breathtaking river views and wholly original bottles. Sushi lovers will want to New American cuisine. Not to be outdone, terrific options over head for Sushi Mike’s in Dobbs Ferry to get the Out of Control on the Long Island Sound shore include the Pier Restaurant & Tiki Bar in Rye and Roll. And Port Chester’s acclaimed Dudley’s Parkview dining options include the Tarry Restaurant in Lodge, a product of TV personality New Rochelle. The Mario Batali and his partner Joe revitalized New Bastianich. Here, Rochelle business guests can enjoy district is also fine Italian-style DID YOU KNOW ... home base for The main courses When Tom Carvel’s ice cream Clubhouse Grill, while sampling the truck got a flat tire in Hartsdale which is adorned proprietors’ own back in 1934, he decided to with the number Italian wines. stay put and open his first shop. 42 in honor of New As the hour Today, there are more than York Yankees pitcher grows later, sip a 500 Carvel stores nationwide, Mariano Rivera, a part sorbetini at The including 24 shops in 17 owner. Olde Stone Mill different Westchester towns. In White Plains, 42 Restaurant, relax is also the name of in the lounge at a restaurant poised Larchmont’s 42 stories high atop Vintage 1891 or listen to live music at Opus 465. The Ritz-Carlton, If tequila makes you crazy, bartaco in Port Chester Westchester. It offers 30 different versions as well as premium Empire City Casino at Yonkers Raceway offers an unparalleled margaritas to go with terrific taco dishes. In Mount look at Manhattan’s Kisco, the trendiest place to meet new people is skyline and a commanding menu of innovative dishes plus the Village Social Kitchen & Bar. a new Iberian tapas bar with some of the best jamon this Beer fanatics will want to visit Birdsall House, which side of the pond. features regionally brewed craft beers, along with good food On Main Street White Plains, a new addition is Sofrito, a – the charcuterie is a must. Nearby the Peekskill Brewery mecca for authentic Puerto Rican food. Singles and couples makes its own beers, as does Captain Lawrence Brewing alike enjoy the bars and pubs along Mamaroneck Avenue, Company, where beer-lovers get their growlers filled with ranging from The Brazen Fox and Ron Blacks to Lazy beer sold in New York’s most prestigious restaurant. Boy Saloon (do try the beer sampler) and Bob Hyland’s The Empire City Casino at Yonkers Raceway is in the Sports Page Pub. For an upscale Italian dining experience, midst of a $40 million expansion that includes the addition try Mulino’s of Westchester. of two new restaurants and 400 more electronic table For a charming venue with history to spare, The games. The Raceway overall is Yonkers’ biggest private Travelers Rest in Ossining has been operating since 1876. employer. Meanwhile, one of the newest places grabbing attention is And this just scratches the surface of great options for a the Armonk-based Moderne Barn, whose chef is a James night on the town in Westchester. Quench your appetite for Beard Foundation “Best Chef” nominee. fun times and drink in the atmosphere! 24 www.westchestertourism.com on the town Coffee Houses Fun & Games Crabtree’s Kittle House The Lighthouse Coffee Co. Grand Prix New York & Spins Bowl World-class dining, grand award wine cellar. Live piano music Thurs.-Sat. evenings. www.kittlehouse.com 222 Beekman Ave., Tarrytown Ŕ 914-909-2888 Live jazz and bluegrass every Fri. and Sat. Peekskill Coffee House 333 North Bedford Rd., Mount Kisco Ŕ 914-241-3131 Indoor go-karting, bowling, arcade, laser tag and more. Fuel Restaurant and corporate catering. www.gpny.com 11 Kittle Rd., Chappaqua Ŕ 914-666-8044 Don Coqui 115 Cedar St., New Rochelle Ŕ 914-637-3737 101 South Division St., Peekskill Ŕ 914-739-1287 Live Music Live entertainment Fri. and Sun. afternoons. www.peekskillcoffee.com Live entertainment Wed.-Fri. Karaoke Tues. www.doncoqui.com Barney McNabb’s Dudley’s Parkview Restaurant DJs/Karaoke Live bands, karaoke, DJ and dancing Thurs.Sat. www.barneymcnabbs.com Black Bear Saloon 600 Tuckahoe Rd., Yonkers Ŕ 914-961-8960 166 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains Ŕ 914-422-3270 The Bayou Restaurant Dance music and DJ Wed.-Sat. Karaoke Tues. nights. http://www.blackbearwp.com/ 580 Gramatan Ave., Mount Vernon Ŕ 914-668-2634 Prophecy Restaurant, Lounge & Nightclub 15 South Broadway, White Plains Ŕ 914-285-0900 DJ and dancing Fri.-Sun. Large dance floor with lighting and sound. www.prophecywhiteplains.com The Thirsty Turtle 201 East Post Rd., White Plains Ŕ 914-993-0505 Live bands, DJ and theme parties Thurs.-Sat. night. www.thethirstyturtle.net Bands Thurs.-Sat. nights. Fat Tues., Voo Doo Wed., Tarot Card readings. www.bayourestaurantny.com Birdsall House 970 Main St., Peekskill Ŕ 914-930-1880 94 Hudson Park Rd., New Rochelle Ŕ 914-235-4445 Live music Sat. nights. Dining on outside deck on the water. F.A.B 222 East Main St., Mt. Kisco Ŕ 914-864-1661 French American bistro. Live music Fri. nights. www.fabbistro.com Glenrowan Tavern & Grill 840 Midland Ave., Yonkers Ŕ 914-423-1234 Live bands and dancing Fri. and Sun. theglenrowan.com Live music Thurs. and Fri. www.birdsallhouse.net Katie Mac’s The Brazen Fox Traditional Irish pub with live music and karaoke. www.katiemacspub.com 175 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains Ŕ 914-358-5911 Live music Fri.-Sat. night. www.thebrazenfox.com Burke’s Bar & Restaurant 645 Bronx River Rd., Yonkers Ŕ 914-237-5137 Friendly Irish pub. Live music Thurs.-Sat. night. www.burkesbar.com 30 East Main St., Mt. Kisco Ŕ 914-864-1676 The Lazy Lounge 152 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains Ŕ 914-761-1106 Live blues/jazz Wed. night. Rock/blues cover bands Thurs.-Fri. night. Latin DJ Sat.-Sun. night. Trivia Tues. www.lazyloungeny.com &LW\&HQWHULQ:KLWH3ODLQV www.westchestertourism.com 25 on the town THE FINEST SUSHI IN WESTCHESTER! Voted the “Best Sushi” nine years in a row! —Westchester Magazine “A unique selection of rolls” Rated Excellent!—Zagat 25 14 21 31 Opus 465 465 Main St., Armonk Ŕ 914-273-4676 Live music Thurs.-Sat. night. Contemporary and classic rock. www.opus465.com Pete’s Saloon 8 Main St., Elmsford Ŕ 914-592-9849 Live bands Fri.-Sat. Karaoke Thurs. www.petessaloon.com Striped Bass 236 West Main St., Tarrytown Ŕ 914-366-4455 Rated “Very Good”—NY Times Classic rock/rhythm and blues live bands Fri.Sat. night. Seasonal outdoor Cabana bar. www.stripedbassny.com Vintage Restaurant & Bar 171 Main St., White Plains Ŕ 914-328-5803 Live entertainment Fri. and Sat. nights. www.vintagebar.net Watercolor Café 2094 Boston Post Rd., Larchmont Ŕ 914-834-2213 Live jazz every Thurs., Fri. and Sat. www.watercolorcafe.net Zuppa Restaurant 59-61 Main St., Yonkers Ŕ 914-376-6500 Live music Tues. nights. www.zupparestaurant.com DINING JAPANESE RESTAURANT The following listings are in-hotel establishments and paid advertisers: 42 The Restaurant at the Ritz-Carlton, Westchester 1 Renaissance Square, White Plains Ŕ 914-761-4242 (914) 591-0054 www.sushimikes.com 146 Main St., Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522 Online Ordering Now Available! Award-winning roof-top restaurant with contemporary New American cuisine. www.42therestaurant.com 80 West at the Renaissance Westchester 80 Red Oak Ln., White Plains Ŕ 914-696-2782 Zagat-rated with extensive wine list. Chic décor. Overlooks beautiful wooded estate. www.80westrestaurant.com The Atrium at Doral Arrowwood 975 Anderson Hill Rd., Rye Ŕ 914-935-5500 Floor-to-ceiling window views. Live music and dancing Sat. nights. www.doralarrowwood.com roneck Mo a am l te M ;; II <H ;B; ;J ?H HD M J; D ? Bistro Z at the Doubletree 455 South Broadway, Tarrytown Ŕ 914-524-6410 Modern American restaurant and lounge with fresh and creative seasonal specialties. www.bistroz.com BLT Steak 221 Main St., White Plains Ŕ 914-467-5500 Modern American steakhouse with traditional elements of a cozy French bistro. www.bltsteak.com '&'+M[ij8eijedFeijHeWZCWcWhed[Ya"DO'&+*) /'*,/.#&,-' <Wn0/'*,/.#&'&+ www.mamaroneckmotel.com 26 www.westchestertourism.com Caravela /PSUI#SPBEXBZ5BSSZUPXOŔ Cozy eatery serving heaping portions of Brazilian and Portuguese fare. Daily lunch and dinner. www.caravelatarrytown.com on the town City Chow House & Lounge at the Radisson Hotel 1 Radisson Plaza, New Rochelle Ŕ 914-576-4141 Hip bistro with modern American comfort food. DJ and dancing Fri. and Sat. nights. www.radissonnewrochelle.com The Den Lounge at the Hilton Rye Town 699 Westchester Ave., Rye Brook Ŕ 914-939-5500 Intimate setting serving light fare and cocktails seven days a week. www.hilton.com Emma’s Ale House 68 Gedney Way, White Plains Ŕ 914-683-3662 A step or two above the usual pub fare at this comfortable eatery. A certified Green restaurant. www.emmasalehouse.com Equus at Castle on the Hudson 400 Benedict Ave., Tarrytown Ŕ 914-631-3646 Zagat-rated and AAHS award-winning, 5-star restaurant. www.castleonthehudson.com Fenimore’s Bistro at Crowne Plaza 66 Hale Ave., White Plains Ŕ 914-682-0050 Full martini menu, wines by the glass and micro-brewed beers. www.cpwestchester.com Harvest Grille at the Westchester Marriott Hotel Best Limo service for 11 consecutive years. www.armonklimo.com 670 White Plains Rd., Tarrytown Ŕ 914-631-2200 WCTLC01-00125 Seasonal American entrees served in a casual setting. www.marriott.com 20 WHEELER AVE | PLEASANTVILLE, NY BEST DISHES Westchester Magazine’s 2011 Dining Issue ranked the “50 Best Dishes in Westchester.” Here’s a tasty sampling of five top finishers in the category “For Locavores”: Blue Hill Café (Pocantico Hills) Heirloom tomato/Rainbeau Ridge goat cheese focaccia Birdsall House (Peekskill) Charcuterie Farmhouse at Bedford Post (Bedford) Mushroom minestra, Parmigiano brood with basil pesto X2O Xaviars on the Hudson (Yonkers) Grilled Hudson Valley quail with rosemary Equus (Tarrytown) Hudson Valley rabbit loin with Rainbeau Ridge chevre, heirloom tomatoes and bush basil WWW.IRONHORSEGRILL.COM The Cuisine of Portugal & Brazil... CELEBRA7ING OUR 257H ANNIVERSAR< THREE-COURSE COMPLETE DINNER $25.00 pp Please enjoy our special pre-fixe dinner menu Available every day except Saturday Critically Acclaimed Contemporary American Cuisine 1%URDGZD\7DUU\WRZQ1< ZZZFDUDYHODQ\FRP Dinner Tue thru Sat Available for Private Parties 914.741.0717 www.westchestertourism.com 27 on the town Henry’s on the Hudson at Inn on the Hudson 634 Main St., Peekskill Ŕ 914-737-0515 The Lazy Lounge & Lazy Boy Saloon Mulligan’s at Doral Arrowwood 152-154 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains 914-761-0272 975 Anderson Hill Rd., Rye Ŕ 914-939-5500 Authentic Southern cuisine and live music. www.houseofsoulny.com Sophisticated signature cocktails, classic American cuisine and live jazz and blues in an inviting atmosphere. Saloon named one of the top 150 beer bars in the nation (Draft Magazine). Daily lunch, dinner, kids’ meals and many live events. www.lazyloungeny.com, www.lazyboysaloon.com Iron Horse Grill Le Chateau Restaurant Live music Sat. nights 6-11pm. www.henrysonthehudson.com House of Soul &BTU1SPTQFDU4U.U7FSOPOŔ 914-663-7685 8IFFMFS"WF1MFBTBOUWJMMFŔ Intimate, 60-seat restaurant serving acclaimed contemporary American cuisine in turn-of-thecentury train station. Tues.-Sat. www.ironhorsegrill.com 3U4PVUI4BMFNŔ Inspired French cuisine in an English tudor mansion constructed by J.P. Morgan. J.P.’s Lounge on second floor. www.LeChateauNY.com Legal Sea Foods DID YOU KNOW ... The Livanos family, whose legacy in the New York restaurant industry reaches back nearly half a century, hails from Armonk, which is the new location of an “urban country chic” American restaurant named Moderne Barn. The Livanos also operate the popular City Limits Diner in White Plains and in The Westchester mall. City Center, 5 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains 914-390-9600 Fresh New England seafood favorites from lobster to wood-grilled fish, clam chowder to crab cakes, and tuna sashimi to Thai-styled fried calamari. www.legalseafoods.com The Lounge at Ritz-Carlton, Westchester 3 Renaissance Square, White Plains Ŕ 914-946-5500 Intimate ambiance, light fare menu and creative cocktails. www.ritzcarlton.com/Westchester Marc Charles Steakhouse at La Quinta Inn & Suites 94 Business Park Dr., Armonk Ŕ 914-273-2700 Certified Black Angus steaks, chops, fish and poultry. Custom rubs. www.marccharlessteakhouse.com Seasonal outdoor bar and grill. Live calypso music Thurs. www.doralarrowwood.com The Pub at Doral Arrowwood 975 Anderson Hill Rd., Rye Brook 914-939-6630 Large dance floor, pool tables, dartboards, DJ Fri.-Sat. night. www.doralarrowwood.com Red Hat on the River One Bridge St., Irvington-on-Hudson 914-591-5888 Stylish French bistro overlooking the Hudson River. Exceptional fare, live music and special events. Rooftop bar, second-floor loft and patio dining. www.redhatbistro.com SB & G Restaurant at the Sheraton 600 White Plains Rd., Tarrytown Ŕ 914-332-7900 Contemporary American grill in a warm, inviting setting. www.sheratontarrytown.com/SBG Sushi Mike’s .BJO4U%PCCT'FSSZŔ Neighborhood Japanese restaurant favored for its special sushi rolls. www.sushimikes.com Teddy’s Restaurant & Lounge at the Holiday Inn 1 Holiday Dr., Mt. Kisco Ŕ 914-241-2600 High-energy nightclub with music, DJ and dancing on weekends. www.hudsonvalleymanor.com M APLETON CONFERENCE CENTER & CATERING AT GOOD COUNSEL Mapleton at Good Counsel presents a unique venue for both business and social events providing warmth and beauty in an historic setting, with acres of green space, conveniently located right in downtown White Plains. Our award-winning caterer, Caperberry Events, offers elegant cuisine and distinguished service. Plus state-of-the-art technology for presentations! Taking a break on the lovely veranda adds a refreshing element to any day! THINK OF MAPLETON AT GOOD COUNSEL AS YOUR NEW LOCATION FOR 2IIVLWHEXVLQHVVPHHWLQJV 7HDPEXLOGLQJGD\V %RDUGPHHWLQJV +ROLGD\SDUWLHV :HGGLQJUHFHSWLRQV (QJDJHPHQWSDUWLHV :HGGLQJVKRZHUV %DE\VKRZHUV &RPPXQLRQSDUWLHV *UDGXDWLRQSDUWLHV %DU%DW0LW]YDKV Call Paula Caracappa at 914-798-1201 xÓÊ ÀÌ ÊÀ>`Ü>ÞÊÊUÊÊ7 ÌiÊ*>Ã]Ê 9Ê£äÈäÎÊ divinecompassiononline.org/Mapleton.html 28 www.westchestertourism.com on the town and Ale House Traditional American Pub Fare with a Southwestern Flair ALMOST 500 DOMESTIC AND IMPORTED BEERS! “One of the 150 Best Beer Bars in the USA” – Draft Magazine, Jan. 2010 “Best of the Decade” – Westchester Magazine, January 2011 “Very Good” – Zagat, 2011/12 X20 - Xaviars on the Hudson Totonno’s Restaurant & Lounge at the Ramada Inn 125 Tuckahoe Rd., Yonkers Ŕ 914-476-3800 Specialty and traditional brick-oven pizza. www.totonnos.com Valhalla Crossing Restaurant 2 Cleveland St., Valhalla Ŕ 914-682-4076 Live entertainment Sat. nights. www.thevalhallacrossing.com Venue Lounge & Restaurant at the Royal Regency 165 Tuckahoe Rd., Yonkers Ŕ 800-215-3858 Feel-good Fri., salsa nights, singles events and comedy shows. www.venueloungeny.com X20 - Xaviars on the Hudson 71 Water Grant St., Yonkers Ŕ 914-965-1111 Four-star Chef Peter Kelly’s culinary venture on the historic Yonkers Pier. Separate menu in Dylan Lounge. Sushi bar. Hudson Room for parties. www.xaviars.com/yonkers LAZY LOUNGE T HE Voted “Best Place to Hear Live Music” and/or “Best Lounge” 6 consecutive years. - Westchester Magazine, 2006 – 2011 JOIN US EVERY WEEK FOR THE WEDNESDAY NIGHT JAM HOSTED BY GRAMMY NOMINATED GUITARIST GIL PARRIS Amps, Drums, Congas and Keyboard provided. Food and Drink Specials All Night!! LIVE MUSIC EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT! £x{Ê," Ê6 1]Ê7/Ê* -]Ê 9ÊUÊ£{°ÇÈ£°äÓÇÓÊ 777,!:9"/93!,//.#/-s777,!:9,/5.'%.9#/- www.westchestertourism.com 29 annual events 2012 Major Events JANUARY Journal News Golf Show Jan. 8 New York Metro Reptile Show Westchester County Center, 198 Central Ave., 8IJUF1MBJOTŔ www.ReptileExpo.com Jan. 13 TNA Impact Wrestling Westchester County Center, 198 Central Ave., 8IJUF1MBJOTŔ www.impactwrestling.com Jan. 20-22 Stamp, Coin & Paper Money Show Westchester County Center, 198 Central Ave., 8IJUF1MBJOTŔ www.countycenter.biz Jan. 20-22 Baseball Card Show Westchester County Center, 198 Central Ave., 8IJUF1MBJOTŔ www.nyshows.org FEBRUARY Feb. 4 Hudson River EagleFest Jan. 29 Croton Point Park, 1A Croton Point Ave., $SPUPOPO)VETPOŔ www.teatown.org The Great Westchester Toy & Train Show Feb. 18-20 Westchester County Center, 198 Central Ave., 8IJUF1MBJOTŔ www.westchestertoytrain.com Royal Hanneford Circus Westchester County Center, 198 Central Ave., 8IJUF1MBJOTŔ www.countycenter.biz MARCH ST. PATRICK’S DAY FESTIVITIES Harlem Globetrotters &BTUDIFTUFSŔ .U,JTDPŔ Northern Westchester & Putnam Counties, .BIPQBDŔXXXTBJOUQBUSJDLTEBZQBSBEFOFU 1FFLTLJMMŔ 4MFFQZ)PMMPX5BSSZUPXOŔ 8IJUF1MBJOTŔ :POLFSTŔ March 10-11 Journal News Golf Show Westchester County Center, 198 Central Ave., 8IJUF1MBJOTŔ www.countycenter.biz March 18-31 Hudson Valley Restaurant Week www.hudsonvalleyrestaurantweek.com APRIL April 12-15 Disney Live! Phineas and Ferb Westchester County Center, 198 Central Ave., 8IJUF1MBJOTŔ www.countycenter.biz April 28 World Tai Chi Day Hammond Museum & Japanese Stroll Garden, %FWFBV3E/PSUI4BMFNŔ www.hammondmuseum.org MAY May 4-6 Spring Crafts at Lyndhurst Lyndhurst, 635 South Broadway, Tarrytown ŔXXXMZOEIVSTUPSH Feb. 14 May 6 Harlem Globetrotters 2012 World Tour Blessing of the Animals 8FTUDIFTUFS$PVOUZ$FOUFS$FOUSBM"WF8IJUF1MBJOTŔ www.countycenter.biz 30 www.westchestertourism.com Hammond Museum & Japanese Stroll Garden, %FWFBV3E/PSUI4BMFNŔ www.hammondmuseum.org Sept. 23 Westchester Triathlon www.westchestertriathlon.org Sept. 30 City of Yonkers Columbus Day Parade OCTOBER Oct. 6-7, 13-14, 20-21, 27-28 The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze Toughkids Triathlon May 17-20 June 16-17 Westchester Magazine’s 2nd Annual Wine & Food Weekend Clearwater’s Great Hudson River Revival The Ritz-Carlton, Westchester, Three Renaissance Square, White Plains 914-345-0601 www.westchestermagazine.com/ wineweekend Croton Point Park, 1A Croton Point Ave., Croton-on-Hudson www.clearwaterfestival.org AUGUST 1FFLTLJMMŔ 8IJUF1MBJOTŔ June 2-3 White Plains Outdoor Arts Festival Tibbits Park, 1 North Broadway, White Plains 866-210-7137 www.whiteplainsoutdoorartsfestival.com June 8-August 3 Cross County Summer Concert Series .BMM8BML:POLFSTŔ www.crosscountycenter.com 340 South Regent St., #5B, Port Chester 914-907-4068 NOVEMBER Peekskill Celebration Hudson Valley Restaurant Week Riverfront Green Park, 50 Hudson Ave., 1FFLTLJMMŔ www.peekskillcelebration.com Nov. 3-4 Yorktown Grange Fair Juneteenth Parades Port Chester-Rye Brook Columbus Day Parade November TBD Sept. 6-9 JUNE Oct. 7 Aug. 3-4 SEPTEMBER Wine & Food Weekend Van Cortlandt Manor, 525 South Riverside Ave., Croton-on-Hudson 914-631-8200 www.hudsonvalley.org Grange fair grounds, 99 Moseman Ave., :PSLUPXO)FJHIUTŔ www.yorktowngrangefair.org Sept. 8-9 Toughman Triathlon & Toughkids Triathlon Croton Point Park, Croton-on-Hudson info@ToughmanTri.com www.toughmantri.com Sept. 21-23 Fall Crafts at Lyndhurst Lyndhurst, 635 South Broadway, Tarrytown 914-631-4481 www.lyndhurst.org Sept. 22-23 Native American Pow-Wow www.hudsonvalleyrestaurantweek.com Chappaqua Antiques Show Westorchard School , 25 Granite Rd., $IBQQBRVBŔ www.newcastlehistoricalsociety.org November 22 Thanksgiving Day Parade /FX3PDIFMMFŔ DECEMBER December Dickens’ Christmas Carol at Old Dutch Church Master storyteller Jonathan Kruk reads with musical accompaniment 3U4MFFQZ)PMMPXŔ www.hudsonvalley.org, www.odcfriends.org December 8 Frosty the Snowman Parade & Holiday Lighting "SNPOLŔ http://armonkchamberofcommerce.com, http://northcastleny.com FDR State Park, 2957 Crompond Rd., Yorktown Heights http://fdrpowwow2012.eventbrite.com/ www.westchestertourism.com 31 meetings & conventions A Meeting of the Minds It’s just smart to plan your meeting or event in Westchester, which prides itself on being New York’s Intellectual Capital®. The name arises from the highly educated workforce and the many corporations, such as IBM and PepsiCo, that are headquartered here. The county boasts one of the best-educated workforces in the nation. Shouldn’t you put all that Westchester has to offer to work for you? The Ritz-Carlton, Westchester Kykuit, The Rockefeller Estate Don’t take our word for it — Listen to what these meeting professionals have to say: Robert O. Sanders, Jr., CMP Chairman, Hospitality Resource Group, Inc. www.HRGinc.net 32 Harley Riak, CMP Executive Director of Meetings, Incentives and Special Events. Valerie Wilson Travel, Inc www.vwti.com Recent events: 6th Annual Not for Profit Education Summit, 5th Annual You are “Cause” for Celebration Recent events: Dozens of social and corporate events “As a meeting planner, it is great to know that the venues in Westchester offer great service and food, always delivering a great overall experience for the guests. From world-class hotels and conference centers to i i venues and destinations, unique catering Westchester has it all! Westchester is a beautiful place to both live and work and gives you the best of both worlds: first-class business opportunity coupled with a country atmosphere.” “The greatest asset Westchester has is its rich history and beauty. Because of its close proximity to New York City and the wonderful transportation system it has, Westchester County is an ideal venue for major corporate and social Our corporate meetings, charity i l events. O events and social functions have taken place from the beautiful mansions of Tarrytown to the wonderful hotels of White Plains. They have all been successful because of the ease of working in the county.” www.westchestertourism.com Manhattanville College Meeting rooms featuring artful design, state-of-the-art equipment and thoughtful use of space allow officemates the freedom to brainstorm, plan, and exchange information in distraction-free comfort. Distinctive locations offer tremendous value, and we can accommodate everything from a small intimate board meeting to large conventions. Your attendees will find themselves inspired by their surroundings, whether it’s a stunning view of the Hudson River or the urban vibe in White Plains. Plus, you can focus on your event because we provide hands-on service to ensure its success. So “Think Westchester” and learn more online at www. westchestertourism.com or by calling 800-833-9282. Our highly educated workforce has helped grow some of Westchester County’s key growth sectors such as green biotech, finance, healthcare, IT and green technology. It’s all part of an atmosphere of innovation and ideas, one that challenges the top minds in the top industries. Let us help you challenge your people. Life is Better when Shared Sheraton is where people gather. Whether for a corporate meeting, family event, or small party, the Sheraton Tarrytown Hotel's personalized service and spectacular amenities will make your event unforgettable. special rates and packages available Book at Sheraton.com or 914 332 7900 ©2011 Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Sheraton and its logo are the trademarks of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., PSJUTBGmMJBUFT www.westchestertourism.com 33 YS SUNDA VING & R S E Y S A RD NOW N SATU O H C N BRU “BEST AMERICAN AMERICAN RESTAURANT” RESTAURANT” “BEST Best of of Westchester Westchester 2010 2010 & & 2011 2011 -- Best “BEST BURGER” & “BEST BAR FOOD” “BEST BURGER” - Best of Westchester, 2011 - Best of Westchester, 2011 “BEST OF THE DECADE RECIPIENT” “BEST BAR FOOD” - Best of Westchester, 2011 - Westchester Magazine, January 2011 “BEST OF THE DECADE RECIPIENT” - Westchester Magazine, January 2011 68 GEDNEY WAY - WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. 10605 914-683-EMMA (3662) WINNER Certified Green Restaurant TM itineraries Themed Trips for All Interests Whether you’re here with a bus tour, attending a family reunion or participating in a corporate retreat, you might want to have a few options available for interesting side trips. In this guide, we have drawn attention to several sites linked to travel themes such as African-American Heritage, Revolutionary War history and Gardens. In addition, we have many other options, ranging from mansion tours and outdoor adventure to shopping and antiquing. Here are a few itinerary ideas and a sampling of places to discover: Playland Old Dutch Church WWW.RYEPLAYLAND.ORG Washington Irving Interpreter Family Fun: Westchester offers great times for kids of all ages, whether venturing outdoors, relaxing on the beach or seeing a live performance. Celebrated Locals: Explore the legacies of famous Westchester residents, from Revolutionary War heroes to giants of industry. Legends & Folklore: Learn about the cultural heritage of Westchester, experience the Headless Horseman and see Westchester’s legendary sites. 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Westchester’s varied offerings are sure to please, no matter what type of group is involved or when your event takes place. Destinations such as New Roc City, Empire City at Yonkers Raceway and Playland Caramoor Amusement Park, deliver plenty of fun yearround. Plan a group outing on the region’s golf courses, a perfect place to enjoy the beauty of the Hudson Valley. Cruise the Hudson River, or chart a hiking, biking or camping trip through our plentiful parks and six scenic trails. Tour gorgeous gardens or visit a historic site. If you’re more inclined to take in a play or a movie, Westchester fits the bill, with plenty of performing arts venues. Full-service luxury spas and multiple shopping destinations let you indulge your group. In the summer, Westchester hosts one of the nation’s most prestigious outdoor music events, the Caramoor International Music Festival. Throughout the year, our calendar is full of enticing activities that celebrate the seasons. For visitors with disabilities, we have completely accessible sites and totally helpful services at the ready. We’re here to lend a hand. No matter what the occasion, you’ll find a warm welcome in Westchester. Call us at 800-833-9282 or visit www.westchestertourism. com for all the latest information. We also have pre-planned itineraries and tours and downloadable brochures. www.westchestertourism.com 35 meetings & events 10 Reasons Why Westchester is Your Smart Choice The Cliffs Whether you’re just looking for a place to go for a small group outing or planning an event for hundreds of guests, Westchester County is the destination for you. Here are 10 reasons (among many!) to think Westchester: Team Building JIM KRAJICEK Trust Us to Get Your Group Working Together Better Pound Ridge Golf 1. Play at a variety of award-winning attractions and stay in Westchester’s relaxed and convenient accommodations. 2. Location, location, location. No matter what setting you desire, we can offer it, from a remote hamlet to a happening city scene. As an aside, did you know that more than 55 feature films and cable TV shows have been shot here in recent years? The camera doesn’t lie! 3. Planes, trains and automobiles – whichever form of transportation you prefer, it’s easy to get here and easy to get around! 4. We have something for everyone – If variety is the spice of life, your cultural palate will be well-satisfied in Westchester. Nature lovers, night owls, music buffs, sports fans, fashionistas and foodies all get to explore what they love. 5. Leave your worries on shore and spend a day boating on the Hudson River or Long Island Sound, which both border the county. 6. Lose your head in history. The county that is home to the Legend of Sleepy Hollow is rich in historical and cultural sites to visit. 36 www.westchestertourism.com 7. Follow the fairways – Westchester boasts some of the region’s best golf courses, including Saxon Woods, a favorite with the public since 1931. 8. Keep the team together for a great night on the town. Clubs, restaurants, theaters and performing arts centers keep the beat. 9. Stay busy. Our fully loaded calendar of events always has something going on. 10. We’re just as good as we think! While in Westchester – New York’s Intellectual Capital® – you are among thousands of brilliant men and women who live and work here. New inspiration is around every corner, and the excitement is definitely contagious. That’s why we’re so proud to say that Westchester is definitely your SMART CHOICE for meetings, events and group activities. Think Westchester for team-building exercises that promote cooperation and communication, allowing participants to further develop their problem-solving and decision-making skills. Along with having two quarter-mile European-style tracks outdoors, Grand Prix New York in Mount Kisco combines indoor open-wheel racing with events space and conference rooms. The Cliffs, found in Valhalla, offers indoor rock climbing and fitness challenges. What better way for your group to relax than by creating their own vintage? They’ll get instruction and everything they need at Make Your Own Wine in Elmsford. LIFE The Place to Be is a 29,000-square-foot special events and entertainment center in Ardsley. Those attending a corporate meeting can enjoy breakout sessions of arcade games, laser tag and bowling. The region’s conference centers also arrange everything from adventurebased activities to indoor events. Sometimes, whether it’s a family reunion or an employee union, people just need a chance to relax in a social setting, like Emma’s Ale House in White Plains or Mulligan’s at Doral Arrowwood in Rye Brook. Whether it’s a gourmet meal or a karaoke contest, arranging an outing can improve morale and energize participants. If you want to plan your own teambuilding challenge, think of us as an extension of your team, providing hands-on service to ensure success. Need to charter a yacht? Want to find a comedy club that specializes in team building? Westchester makes the perfect backdrop for any type of event, and our experienced staff would love to be part of your team. Let us massage your stress away Let us comfort you with your favorite meal Let us provide you with your best night’s sleep Let us be your home away from home ritzcarlton.com/Westchester or call 914.946.5500 exceptional spaces Find the Perfect Fit To Meet Your Needs Manhattanville College A successful event depends on just the right Barns, housed in a spectacularly renovated setting – something special enough to turn a dairy barn and serving products grown on meeting from mundane to memorable. its surrounding farms. Don’t be surprised if Finding the perfect venue is never a problem you find yourself dining at the same time as in Westchester, but choosing from among the the owner of Stone Barn, David Rockefeller, incredible variety can be. In addition to hotels or one of the destination’s many admirers, and conference centers (see page 40), sites Martha Stewart. for meetings, team-building, social functions, There are also several college towns in the group events, weddings and reunions are county with pleasant campus-based facilities. Reid Castle at Manhattanville College in available throughout the county. Purchase has hosted weddings, receptions Should you hold your corporate getaway and other elegant affairs for up to 150 guess, while nearby in a historic castle like Lyndhurst? Opt for dinner and dancing in The Capitol Theater? Or strap on helmets for SUNY Purchase can make lecture rooms, classrooms and a little racing at Grand Prix New York, which also offers recital halls available for groups large and small. break-out meeting rooms? These options just scratch the surface of all the You can plan a reception at the Mamaroneck Beach & interesting spaces in Westchester. Let us help you find Yacht Club or dine at the venerated Blue Hill at Stone the perfect place. For rankings by capacity, see the Banquet & Dining Venues section, page 52. Castles & Mansions Philipse Manor Hall Caramoor Center for Music & the Arts www.philipsemanorhall.blogspot.com 149 Girdle Ridge Rd., Katonah 914-232-5035 x 240 www.caramoor.org Capacity: 800 Castle on the Hudson 400 Benedict Ave., Tarrytown 914-631-1980, 800-616-4487 www.castleonthehudson.com Capacity: 175 The CV Rich Mansion 305 Ridgeway, White Plains 914-948-0958 www.caperberryevents.com Capacity: 220 The James House Mansion 701 North Broadway, Sleepy Hollow 914-366-3178 www.jameshousemansion.org Capacity: 100-175 Lyndhurst 625 South Broadway, Tarrytown 914-524-7900 www.lyndhurst.org 29 Warburton Ave., Yonkers 914-965-4027 Capacity: 400 Wainwright House 4UVZFWFTBOU"WF3ZFŔ www.wainwright.org Capacity: 30-80 Washington Irving’s Sunnyside Manhattanville College Greentree Country Club 2900 Purchase St., Purchase 914-323-5396 538 Davenport Ave., New Rochelle 914-636-8500 www.mville.edu Capacity: 700 Mercy College Lake Isle Country Club Caterers 555 Broadway, Dobbs Ferry 914-948-3666 www.mercy.edu Capacity: 450 West Sunnyside Ln., Tarrytown 914-591-8763 Pace University Capacity: 120 www.pace.edu www.hudsonvalley.org Whitby Castle at Rye Golf Club #PTUPO1PTU3E3ZFŔ www.ryegolfclub.com Capacity: 10-300 White Plains & Pleasantville 914-923-2774 Capacity: 10-700 Sarah Lawrence College Colleges & Universities 1 Mead Way, Bronxville 914-395-2412 Berkeley College Capacity: 18-400 www.slc.edu 99 Church St., White Plains 914-694-1122 SUNY Purchase Capacity: 200 735 Anderson Hill Rd., Purchase 914-251-6505 www.berkeleycollege.edu Fordham University 400 Westchester Ave., West Harrison 914-367-3202 www.fordham.edu/westchester www.purchase.edu Brynwood Country Club www.westchestertourism.com Lakeside at Osceola 399 East Main St., Jefferson Valley 914-245-3246 www.lakesideatosceola.com Capacity: 1,000 Mamaroneck Beach & Yacht Club 555 South Barry Ave., Mamaroneck 914-698-1130 www.mamaroneckbeachandyacht. com Capacity: 400 The VIP Country Club 600 Davenport Ave., New Rochelle 914-235-1500 Museums Good Counsel Convent Mapleton 38 Capacity: 400 Country Clubs & Beach Clubs Philipsburg Manor Capacity: 50 www.lakeislecaterers.com www.vipcountryclub.com Capacity: 100 www.hudsonvalley.org 660 White Plains Rd., Eastchester 914-961-1905 Capacity: 20-1,000 Capacity: 350 (tented) North Broadway Rt. 9, Sleepy Hollow 914-631-3992 www.greentreeclub.com Capacity: 160 52 North Broadway, White Plains 914-798-1201 568 Bedford Rd., Armonk 914-273-9300 www.caperberryevents.com www.thecanyonclub.org Capacity: 150 Capacity: 360 Capacity: 1,000 Hammond Museum & Japanese Stroll Garden 28 Deveau Rd., North Salem 914-669-5033 www.hammondmuseum.org Capacity: 150 exceptional spaces Neuberger Museum of Art Windows on The Hudson Rory Dolan’s Grand Prix New York 735 Anderson Hill Rd., Purchase 914-251-6100 19 Livingston Ave., Dobbs Ferry 914-693-3192 880 McLean Ave., Yonkers 914-776-2946 333 North Bedford Rd., Mount Kisco 914-241-3131 www.neuberger.org www.windowsonthehudson.com Capacity: 300 Capacity: 300 Banquet Halls Restaurants Abigail Kirsch at Tapan Hill Look also in the Dining section, beginning on page 26. 81 Highland Ave., Tarrytown 914-631-3030 www.abigailkirsch.com Capacity: 500 Antun’s of Westchester 35 Valley Ave., Elmsford 914-592-5260 www.antunsofwestchester.com Capacity: 300 At the Reef Restaurant & Caterers Rt. 9 Annsville Circle, Cortlandt .BOPSŔ www.At-the-Reef.com Capacity: 175 Beckwith Pointe 700 Davenport Ave., New Rochelle 914-235-0620 www.beckwithpointe.com Capacity: 500 Colonial Terrace 119 Oregon Rd., Cortlandt Manor 914-737-0400 www.colonialterracecaterers.com 121 Restaurant Corner of Dingle Rd. & Rt. 121, North 4BMFNŔ www.121restaurant.com Capacity: 60-100 www.rorydolans.com Capacity: 120-200 Ruth Chris Steak House 670 White Plains Rd., Tarrytown 914-631-7293 www.ruthchris.com Capacity: 10-100 Sam’s of Gedney Way 50 Gedney Way, White Plains 914-949-0978 www.samsofgedneyway.com Blue Hill at Stone Barns Capacity: 100 630 Bedford Rd., Pocantico Hills 914-366-9606 Sinapi’s Ceola Manor Capacity: 250 Rt. 6N & Hill Blvd., Jefferson Valley 914-245-0630 The Cabin Restaurant Capacity: 225 1172 Knollwood Rd., Greenburgh 914-592-6682 Striped Bass Restaurant Capacity: 175 236 West Main St., Tarrytown 914-366-4455 www.bluehillfarm.com www.cabinrestaurantny.com The Clubhouse Grill, 42 14 Memorial Hwy., New Rochelle 914-632-1442 www.clubhousegrillny.com Capacity: 152 Don Coqui 115 Cedar St., New Rochelle 914-637-3737 www.doncoqui.com www.ceola.com Harvest on Hudson www.zupparestaurant.com Capacity: 500 Hostaria Mazzei Restaurant Juliano’s Caterers 25 South Regent St., Port Chester 914-939-2727 700 Main St., New Rochelle 914-633-3700 www.julianoscaterers.com Capacity: 250 The Polish Center 92 Waverly St., Yonkers 914-965-2559 www.hostariamazzei.com .BJO4U:POLFSTŔ Capacity: 10-200 Additional Venues The Arts Exchange 31 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains 914-428-4220 www.artswestchester.org Capacity: 90 Capacity: 150 La Panetiere Burke Education Facility .JMUPO3E3ZFŔ 785 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains 914-597-2846 Capacity: 90 www.burke.org www.lapanetiere.com Capacity: 120 www.thepolishcenter.com Le Chateau Capacity: 600 3U4PVUI4BMFNŔ The Capitol Theatre The Riverview Capacity: 175 149 Westchester Ave., Port Chester 914-934-9362 1 Warburton Ave., Hastings-on)VETPOŔ The Melting Pot www.riverviewcaterers.com Capacity: 220 www.lechateauny.com 30 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains 914-993-6358 www.meltingpot.com The Surf Club Capacity: 52 280 Davenport Ave., New Rochelle 914-633-8221 Red Hat on the River surfclub.nycweddings.biz www.redhatbistro.com Capacity: 500 Westchester Manor 140 Saw Mill River Rd., Hastings-on)VETPOŔ www.westchestermanor.com Capacity: 400 #SJEHF4U*SWJOHUPOŔ Capacity: 65-120 Rini’s Restaurant Make Your Own Wine 105 Fairview Park Dr., Elmsford 914-741-5425 www.MYOWine.com Capacity: 150 Paramount Center for the Arts www.paramountcenter.org Capacity: 1,300 Zuppa Restaurant www.glenisland-harbourclub.com Capacity: 30-1,000 The Willett House Capacity: 150 Capacity: 80-200 www.lifetheplacetobe.com 735 Anderson Hill Rd., Purchase 914-251-6222 Capacity: 275 www.harvest2000.com 2 Lawrence St., Ardsley 914-591-4400 Capacity: 100 )JHI4U%PCCT'FSSZŔ Glen Island Park, New Rochelle 914-636-6500 Life The Place to Be The Performing Arts Center www.victorsrestaurant-ny.com 55 Quaker Ridge Rd., New Rochelle 914-235-4400 1 River St., Hastings-on-Hudson 914-478-2800 Capacity: 200 Capacity: 1,024 www.thewilletthouse.com Glen Island Harbour Club www.hrm.org 500 Commerce St., Hawthorne 914-769-1817 Half Moon Capacity: 400 511 Warburton Ave., Yonkers 914-963-4550 Victor’s Restaurant The Fountainhead www.thefountainhead-ny.com Hudson River Museum 1008 Brown St., Peekskill 914-739-2333 20 Willet Ave., Port Chester 914-939-7500 www.harvest2000.com Capacity: 1,000 Capacity: 200 www.stripedbassny.com Capacity: 400 Capacity: 400 www.gpny.com www.thecapitoltheatre.net www.artscenter.org Playland Park 1MBZMBOE1LXZ3ZFŔ www.ryeplayland.org Capacity: up to 10,000 The Private Office, Inc. 800 Westchester Ave., Rye Brook 914-697-4700 www.theprivateoffice.com Capacity: 150 Regal New Roc 18 & Imax 33 LeCount Place, New Rochelle 800-918-6338 www.regmovies.com Capacity: 376 Scarsdale Woman’s Club 37 Drake Rd., Scarsdale 914-724-0024 Capacity: 150 Static 180 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains 914-997-2600 www.statichair.com Capacity: 500-1800 Capacity: 100 Empire City Casino at Yonkers Raceway Westchester Broadway Theatre 810 Yonkers Ave., Yonkers 914-968-4200 www.EmpireCityGaming.com 1 Broadway Plaza, Elmsford 914-592-2222 www.broadwaytheatre.com Capacity: 500 Capacity: 52-450 FUNFUZION at New Roc City White Plains Performing Arts Center 11 City Place, White Plains 914-328-1600 12 West Main St., Elmsford 914-592-6799 19 LeCount Place, New Rochelle 914-637-7575 www.rinisristorante.com www.funfuziononline.com www.wppac.com Capacity: 100 Capacity: 3,300 Capacity: 410 www.westchestertourism.com 39 IC AM E M NI EE TI TI ES N & G SE RV H OT CO EL N NA TA M CT E IN & FO ES hotels & conference centers ARMONK IBM Learning Center, Business Groups Only 20 Old Post Rd. Armonk, NY 10504 914-499-2000 Fax: 914-499-2522 www.ibmlearningcenter.com ! !H!] La Quinta Inn & Suites - Armonk 94 Business Park Dr. Armonk, NY 10504 914-273-9090, 800-SLEEPLQ Fax: 914-273-4105 www.lq.com ! "! !] Located just five miles from Westchester County Airport. 15,000sf of dedicated meeting space, including 213-seat auditorium; 12 classrooms with rear-screen projection, touch screen and wireless controls. 19 breakout rooms and complimentary wired and wireless HSIA. Dedicated conference and technical support, business center, complimentary parking and on-site shuttle service. The Arbor Room seats 206 for breakfast, lunch and dinner, while the Fireplace Lounge offers pub fare, billiards, ping pong, foosball and more. The fitness center includes indoor basketball, volleyball court, four outdoor lighted tennis courts, jogging paths, customized team-building events. Complimentary transportation to and from Westchester County Airport. Exercise room and complimentary continental breakfast. New restaurant, Marc Charles Steakhouse, and M.C. Bar & Lounge. Private meeting space and banquet facilities. Conference planning packages, including breakfast, lunch and dinner service, A/V equipment and high-speed wireless Internet service. BRIARCLIFF MANOR Edith Macy Conference Center 550 Chappaqua Rd. Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510 914-945-8000 Fax: 914-945-8009 www.edithmacy.com #! "! !] Dedicated conference planning, audio-visual technician, business services, complimentary parking, valet dry cleaning, outdoor pool, jogging and orienteering trail, lakeside grounds for corporate and social events with volleyball, tetherball, badminton, basketball, horseshoes, bocce ball, foosball, ping pong, fishing, team-building and high/low ropes course. CHAPPAQUA Crabtree’s Kittle House Restaurant and Inn 11 Kittle Rd. Chappaqua, NY 10514 914-666-8044 Fax: 914-666-2684 www.kittlehouse.com Historic 1790 mansion with 13 rooms for overnight accommodations. HDTV, wireless Internet, continental breakfast. World-class dining, grand award wine cellar, private events from 10-200. ! !] ELMSFORD Extended Stay America 118 Tarrytown Rd. Elmsford, NY 10523 914-347-8073, 800-EXT-STAY Fax: 914-347-8059 www.extendedstay.com All rooms are suites featuring full kitchens and plenty of workspace. !! Hampton Inn - Elmsford 200 West Main St. Elmsford, NY 10523 914-592-5680, 800-HAMPTON Fax: 914-592-6727 www.whiteplainstarrytown.hamptoninn.com Complimentary deluxe hot continental breakfast, complimentary high-speed Internet access, free local phone calls, fitness room, outdoor pool, business center, free parking and safe deposit boxes. Three meeting rooms with catered banquet service, complimentary high-speed Internet access, fax and copy services available. #! !] La Quinta Inn & Suites - Elmsford 540 Saw Mill River Rd. Elmsford, NY 10523 914-592-3300, 800-SLEEPLQ Fax: 914-592-3381 www.lq.com Complimentary continental breakfast, exercise room, indoor pool. Private meeting space and banquet facilities available for business and social events. Conference planning packages, including breakfast, lunch and dinner service, A/V equipment and high-speed wireless Internet service. $! ! 40 www.westchestertourism.com $ Indoor Pool, #Outdoor Pool, ! Fitness Center, " Charter Service, ! Restaurant On-Site, HGift Shop, ! Pets, ] Smoke-Free â â â 52 6 â â 13 â â 136 â â â 156 â â â 101 $150 - $224 $150 - $224 9 SF S ET OO QU SR R /T OT A M L OM RO 106N or 108N 107N & 207N 106N & 108N 112N or 113N 112N & 113N 206N or 208N 206N & 208N 221N or 213N 221N & 213N B102 & B201 Auditorium Kensico Wampus Ballroom: 1 Section Ballroom: 2 Sections Ballroom: 3 Sections 24x26/624 24x30/720 24x52/1,248 26x30/780 30x52/1,560 24x26/624 24x52/1,248 26x30/780 30x52/1,560 27x32/864 60x28/1,680 27x35/945 27x27/729 20x35/700 40x35/1,400 60x35/2,100 50 50 100 50 100 50 100 50 100 50 208 80 60 60 130 250 32 32 52 36 68 32 52 36 68 32 40 20 25 60 100 30 30 60 40 80 30 60 40 80 30 25 25 25 50 100 10,000 Auditorium Oak Maple Birch Dogwood or Hickory Dogwood/Hickory/Maple Hickory and Maple Dogwood and Hickory Spruce 50x57/2,850 39x24/936 32x27/864 32x24/768 15x27/405 64x27/1,728 47x27/1,269 30x27/810 24x17/408 200 49 40 30 20 100 60 40 30 96 40 32 24 12 70 40 24 20 40 25 30 15 60 40 30 20 3,769 Atrium Carriage Room Main Dining Room Ivy Hill Room Wine Cellar Room 36x80/2,880 22x18/397 16x18/288 12x17/204 150 50 40 20 100 30 25 20 200 45 35 16 15,000 4 N 50 BA 140 AS â CL â 11 EA TE â TH 182 EA â AR â M â EE TI N G CE IR EL N TE ES R S AU IN DI T O ER VI N SU ET # A OF L RO OM # OF S SU IT # ES OF AD A # RO OF OM RO S LL OU T SH TO OW TA L ER SF IN ES S BU S $150 - $224 W PR IC E RA N GE S hotels & conference centers 5,874 136 48 8 2 2,800 Room 1 Room 2 Rooms 1 & 2 Room 3 35x30/1,030 25x30/770 60x30/800 29x35/1,000 70 50 115 50 40 30 80 30 40 40 90 50 9 4 3,888 Clearbrook A Clearbrook B Ballroom Westchester A Westchester B Westchester C 21x25/525 21x25/525 43x66/2,838 43x22/946 43x22/946 43x22/946 45 45 300 100 100 100 30 30 200 60 60 60 40 40 225 60 60 60 www.westchestertourism.com 41 IC AM E M NI EE TI TI ES N & G SE RV H OT CO EL N NA TA M CT E IN & FO ES hotels & conference centers HAWTHORNE Comfort Inn & Suites 20 Saw Mill River Rd. Hawthorne, NY 10532 914-592-8600, 800-4CHOICE Fax: 914-592-7457 www.choicehotels.com Complimentary continental breakfast, indoor swimming pool and sundeck. Multiple self-service laundry stations. Adjacent to Applebee’s Executive Diner and New York Sports Club. High-speed wired and wireless-ready, audio/visual equipment available. Bridal catering available. $ !! MOUNT KISCO Holiday Inn 1 Holiday Inn Dr. Mount Kisco, NY 10549 914-241-2600, 800-HOLIDAY Fax: 914-241-4742 www.hudsonvalleymanor.com On-site 24-hour fitness center and daypass available to Saw Mill Athletic Club. Have a nightcap on the Manor, Sunday to Thursday at 9:30pm by the lobby fireplace. Large banquet room that can be subdivided, Kisco Room, Executive Boardroom all with wireless high-speed Internet access. #! ! !] NEW ROCHELLE Radisson 1 Radisson Plaza New Rochelle, NY 10801 914-576-3700, 800-333-3333 Fax: 914-576-3711 www.radissonnewrochelle.com #! "! ] Residence Inn by Marriott New Rochelle 35 LeCount Place New Rochelle, NY 10801 914-636-7888, 800-331-3131 Fax: 914-636-7085 www.newrochelleresidenceinn.com Newly renovated lobby, guestrooms and banquet facilities completed June 2011. Seasonal pool, fitness and business center. State-of-the-art A/V and conference amenities. Full-service restaurant, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Westchester’s premier lounge for a mature crowd, with live entertainment. Complimentary WiFi. Walking distance to Metro North Railroad. 15 minutes to NYC, Yankee Stadium, LGA, JFK and Westchester airport. On-site taxi service. On-premise spa and wellness center. Laundry facilities, complimentary parking, daily housekeeping and outdoor pool. Versatile meeting and banquet space. Flexible catering options tailored to each group. Various set-up options and A/V equipment available. #! !] PEEKSKILL Inn On the Hudson 634 Main St. Peekskill, NY 10566 914-739-1500, 800-526-9466 Fax: 914-739-7607 www.innonthehudson.com Continental breakfast, 24-hr. beverage bar and bedtime cookie depot. Events can be held at restaurant, beautiful Henry’s On The Hudson. #! ! RYE Courtyard by Marriott - Rye 631 Midland Ave. Rye, NY 10580 914-921-1110, 800-266-1953 Fax: 914-921-2445 www.courtyardwhiteplainsrye.com Bistro serving breakfast and dinner. Starbucks Coffee, Martini Bar, Media Pods, heated indoor pool and whirlpool, 24-hour access to health facility. The Market 24-hour “grab and go” and 24/7 complimentary coffee. Meeting services, convenient to Avon, IBM, PepsiCo, Nestle Waters, Swiss Re and MasterCard. $! ! ] RYE BROOK Doral Arrowwood 975 Anderson Hill Rd. Rye Brook, NY 10573 914-939-5500, 866-428-9739 Fax: 914-323-5300 www.doralarrowwood.com Three restaurants, golf, sports center, tennis, raquetball, squash, whirlpool, sauna, and spa. Three conference wings, advance A/V with on-site technical support, team-building programs and golf outings. $#! ! 42 www.westchestertourism.com $ Indoor Pool, #Outdoor Pool, ! Fitness Center, " Charter Service, ! Restaurant On-Site, HGift Shop, ! Pets, ] Smoke-Free â â â 129 â â â 124 â â â 53 â â â â â â S M ET OO QU SR R /T OT A RO L OM SF N 122 5 1 957 Hawthorne Colonial 22x26/572 25x16/385 45 30 35 20 40 25 4 2 5,039 Salons A & B Salon C Hudson Valley AB Boardroom 34x42/1,462 39x45/1,755 43x68/2,924 15x24/360 110 175 275 - 80 90 200 - 110 150 200 20 3 4 4 5,646 Empire Ballroom Echo Bay Suite Five Island Suite Sound Shore Suite 80x35x15/3,600 53x22x10/1,166 55x25x12 50x20x8 350 100 115 20 50 60 70 10 240 70 80 20 124 8 5 4,350 LeCount Huguenot Queen of the Sound La Rochelle Capelli Board Room Hearthroom Pool Deck 32x32/1,024 25x25/625 23x25/575 23x25/575 23x25/575 60x25/1,500 –/1,500 80 40 45 45 45 - 40 20 18 18 18 - 55 36 30 30 30 70 - 133 12 8 2 1,308 Meeting Room A Meeting Room B 26x22/654 26x22/654 40 40 27 27 40 45 373 5 4 1 33,000 Arrowwood BR Arrowwood AB Amphitheater Bedford Briarcliff Scarborough Hawthorne A 101 A 202 92x71x21/6,532 46x71x21/3,226 n/a 53x34x13/1,802 42x34x14/1,428 38x38x10/1,444 30x24x9.5/720 24x20x8.5/480 16x11x8.5/176 550/540 240/270 150/220 120/150 100/120 100/110 50/60 30/40 12/15 300/350 150/175 150/220 78/90 66/75 50/60 32/36 15/22 - 240/360 120/180 72/90 64/80 72/90 32/40 16/20 8/10 W BA â AS â CL â EA TE 86 TH â EA â AR â M $150 - $224 EE TI N G CE IR EL N TE ES R S AU IN DI T O ER VI N SU ET # A OF L RO OM # OF S SU IT # ES OF AD A # RO OF OM RO S LL OU T SH TO OW TA L ER SF BU S IN ES S PR IC E RA N GE S hotels & conference centers 14 www.westchestertourism.com 43 IC ES 699 Westchester Ave. Rye Brook, NY 10573 914-939-6300, 800-HILTONS Fax: 914-939-4760 www.ryetown.hilton.com AM E M NI EE TI TI ES N & G SE RV H OT CO EL N NA TA M CT E IN & FO Hilton Rye Town Indoor and outdoor pool facilities, year-round tennis, Jacuzzi and state-of-the-art fitness center. Meeting services, newly renovated 32,000-sf of meeting and banquet facilities include two full-size ballrooms that offer natural light. Meeting facilities come equipped with HSIA, including dedicated T-1 lines. $#! "!H!] TARRYTOWN Castle on the Hudson 400 Benedict Ave. Tarrytown, NY 10591 914-631-1980, 800-616-4487 Fax: 914-631-4612 www.castleonthehudson.com Award-winning Equus Restaurant, fitness center, pool, bocce ball, tennis, biking and golf nearby. Spectacular banquet facility with audio/visual equipment on-site. Meeting packages available. Delta Sky Miles for meeting planners. $ ! !H] Courtyard by Marriott - Tarrytown 475 White Plains Rd. Tarrytown, NY 10591 914-631-1122, 800-589-2720 Fax: 914-631-1357 www.tarrytowncourtyard.com Lounge with fireplace, large-screen TC, Heated indoor pool and whirlpool. The Market 24-hour “grab and go” and 24/7 complimentary coffee. Meeting Services, convenient to Avon, IBM, PepsiCo, Nestle Waters, SwissRe and MasterCard. $! ] Doubletree by Hilton Tarrytown 455 South Broadway Tarrytown, NY 10591 914-631-5700, 800-474-4260 Fax: 914-631-4125 www.tarrytown.doubletree.com Located near many attractions, the hotel offers 247 rooms, 25,000-sf of flexible meeting space, full conference services, 24-hr. business center. Guests enjoy indoor pool, fitness center, day spa, sauna, steamer, restaurant, bar, lounge, and more. $! ! !] Sheraton 600 White Plains Rd. Tarrytown, NY 10591 914-332-7900, 800-325-3535 Fax: 914-332-7950 www.sheratontarrytown.com Fitness facility, indoor pool and spa. Full-service contemporary American restaurant. SB&G, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and room service. Executive Boardroom, fully equipped business center, full catering service and two flexible meeting rooms. $ ! ! !] SpringHill Suites by Marriott 480 White Plains Rd. Tarrytown, NY 10591 914-366-4600, 888-236-2427 Fax: 914-366-4601 www.tarrytownspringhill.com Business center, indoor swimming pool, whirlpool spa, exercise room, market express, dry cleaning and self laundry. Meeting Room accommodations, catering and A/V equipment services. $ ! H] Tarrytown House Estate & Conference Center 49 East Sunnyside Ln. Tarrytown, NY 10591 914-591-8200, 800-553-8118 Fax: 914-591-3131 www.tarrytownhouseestate.com Complete sports center featuring indoor/outdoor pools, sauna, racquetball and tennis. Cellar 49, a tavern at the Mansion. Certified by IACC. Extensive AV/IT services and wired and wireless high-speed internet throughout. 45 Mbps of HSIA bandwidth allows for professional video-conference capabilities. #$ ! !H] 44 www.westchestertourism.com $ Indoor Pool, #Outdoor Pool, ! Fitness Center, " Charter Service, ! Restaurant On-Site, HGift Shop, ! Pets, ] Smoke-Free M ET OO QU CL BA N TH AS EA TE SR R /T OT A EA AR â â 447 11 15 4 32,000 Westchester BR Grand Ballroom Town of Rye Suite Arbor Suites 5, each Board Suites 8, each Port Chester Suite 119x80/9,520 104x62/448 70x26/1,820 25x20/500 25x15/375 24x20/500 1,100 750 204 50 40 50 630 420 117 30 24 30 900 600 210 40 30 40 â â â 31 10 1 8 4,134 Great Hall Caramai Ballroom Library Tapestry 28x52/1,456 28x50/1,456 24x24/57 21x35/650 175 175 32 45 100 100 20 24 150 150 32 45 â â â 120 19 7 1,300 Sleepy Hollow Kykuit Room 26x23/598 26x23/598 40 40 40 40 40 40 $150 - $224 â â â 247 5 4 25,000 Grand Ballroom (1-6) Salon 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5 Terrace Hudson, A, B & C River Westchester Ballroom N & S Sleepy Hollow Room Tarrytown Room Plaza 1, 2, 3 & 4 (combined) Plaza AB (combined) 101x99/10,054 77x99/7,535 141.7x20/2,834 69x19/1,315 38x19/722 50x85x12/4,250 21.5x40x8/860 21.5x40x8/860 25x48.75x9.5/1,218 22.25x44/980 840 150 85 500 80 80 150 110 452 90 42 235 36 36 48 42 740 600 250 110 60 330 50 50 100 80 $150 - $224 â â â 150 4 1,500 Westchester BR Terrace Room A Terrace Room B Terrace A & B 27.5x17.2/484 27.5x17.2/484 27.5x17.2/484 27.5x35.2/968 35 35 70 30 30 60 18 32 32 80 $150 - $224 â â â 145 145 6 6 350 Sleepy Hollow Room 14x14/350 â â â 212 6 8 3 30,000 Mary Duke Washington Irving Knickerbocker Hartly New York Sunnyside Henry Hudson Riverview Boardroom Tarrytown 74x74/5,500 41x22/902 41x20/820 40x32/640 63x30/1,890 41x23/963 22x45/990 23x36/828 29x17/493 58x30/1,740 W M EE TI N G RO L OM SF S S CE IR EL N TE ES R S AU IN DI T O ER VI N SU ET # A OF L RO OM # OF S SU IT # ES OF AD A # RO OF OM RO S LL OU T SH TO OW TA L ER SF IN ES S N GE BU S RA E IC PR â 2 12 350 70 70 40 168 60 70 70 26 168 250 38 38 28 90 40 48 48 26 85 350 40 40 40 96 64 64 64 23 88 www.westchestertourism.com 45 Westchester Marriott 670 White Plains Rd. Tarrytown, NY 10591 914-631-2200, 800-882-1042 Fax: 914-631-2832 www.westchestermarriott.com IC AM E M NI EE TI TI ES N & G SE RV H OT CO EL N NA TA M CT E IN & FO ES hotels & conference centers Gift shop, beauty salon, Illy Café, indoor pool, spa services, fullservice health club, whirlpool and complimentary parking. Flexible ballrooms and additional meeting space. Meeting staff is supported by dedicated event management staff and A/V managers. Garden functions available on outdoor terrace. $ ! !H!] WHITE PLAINS aka: White Plains 25 Martine Ave. White Plains, NY 10606 914-220-5700, 888-aka-0170 Fax: 914-761-3501 www.stayaka.com Luxury extended stay hotel in downtown White Plains, features fully furnished studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments ideal for stays of a week or longer. ! !] Crowne Plaza 66 Hale Ave. White Plains, NY 10601 914-682-0050, 800-227-0963 Fax: 914-682-0405 www.cpwestchester.com Concierge services, gift shop, limousine service, car rental, valet parking, indoor pool and exercise room. Banquets for up to 500 people, 17 meeting rooms. Video-conference capability (HI-NET) satellite communications network in-house A/V. $! "!H] The Esplanade 4 Lyon Place White Plains, NY 10601 914-368-3800, 866-974-7829 Fax: 914-761-5208 www.esplanadecorporate.com Exercise facility, service spa. Complimentary breakfast. ! Hyatt Summerfield Suites 101 Corporate Park Dr. White Plains, NY 10604 914-251-9700, 866-974-9288 Fax: 914-251-1699 www.hyattsummerfieldsuiteswhiteplains.com #! !] Renaissance Westchester 80 West Red Oak Ln. White Plains, NY 10604 914-694-5400, 800-891-2696 Fax: 914-694-1907 www.renaissancehotels.com/HPNSH $! !H] Residence Inn by Marriott White Plains 5 Barker Ave. White Plains, NY 10601 914-761-7700, 800-331-3131 Fax: 914-761-1432 www.marriott.com/NYCWP Newly renovated. Offers spacious one- and-two-bedroom/two-bath suites, flexible meeting space, full catering and A/V equipment. Functional and comfortable rooms include flexible business workspace and contemporary kitchen. Complimentary WiFi, five-mile radius shuttle service, breakfast buffet, evening social, fitness room and pool. Hyatt Gold Passport frequent guest program. Indoor pool, fitness room, whirlpool, two indoor tennis courts. 80 West Restaurant, a seafood grill and outdoor patio with fire pits. Outdoor sand volleyball, horseshoes and bocce ball court. Historic 1905 Red Oak Mansion offers a unique venue for executive meetings and memorable events. Experienced A/V staff on site, business center and Red Oak Transportation available. Exercise facility, guest laundry, dry cleaning, daily housekeeping, grocery service. Walking distance to train station and downtown White Plains. Meeting accommodations. ! !] 46 www.westchestertourism.com $ Indoor Pool, #Outdoor Pool, ! Fitness Center, " Charter Service, ! Restaurant On-Site, HGift Shop, ! Pets, ] Smoke-Free â $150 - $224 $150 - $224 $150 - $224 124 124 402 7 87 16 SF S ET OO N QU SR R /T OT A M L OM RO BA â 5 AS â CL $150 - $224 444 EA TE â TH â â EA $150 - $224 AR â M â EE TI N G CE IR EL N TE ES R S AU IN DI T O ER VI N SU ET # A OF L RO OM # OF S SU IT # ES OF AD A # RO OF OM RO S LL OU T SH TO OW TA L ER SF IN ES S BU S $150 - $224 5 2 26,000 Grand Ballroom Salons A,B,C,F,G,H Salons D or E Tarrytown Ballroom Salons 1-4 2nd Fl. Meeting Rooms (7) Westchester Ballroom Lobby/Pool Executive Conference Suite Outdoor Garden Terrace Irvington 128x72/9,216 32x24/768 32x72/2,304 36x88/3,168 36x22/792 24x24/576 43x75/3,010 25x96/2,400 14x29/600 5,000 17.17x29.25/502 1,040 75 350 350 75 40 350 40 560 45 150 150 45 24 120 10 24 850 50 150 200 50 30 180 130 10 230 30 13 3 17,000 New Rochelle Larchmont (Comb) Yorktown Sprainbrook Pleasantville Briarcliff (Comb) Pool Patio Scarsdale (Comb) Mamaroneck Pelham 99x60/5,940 48x32x10/1,536 35x24x10/840 37x21x10/777 60x20x10/1,452 64x24x9/1,536 41x19,36x46x11/2,435 30x45x10/1,020 24x21x10/504 17x32x10/544 800 100 80 70 90 150 80 30 50 300 90 50 40 60 90 60 15 35 550 100 60 50 70 130 180 90 30 40 W PR IC E RA N GE S hotels & conference centers 10,656 â â â 159 159 8 2 1,288 Summerfield I Summerfield II Summerfield 28x23/644 28x23/644 46x28/1,288 35 35 70 18 18 40 24 24 50 â â â 347 6 16 4 18,500 Grand Ballroom Irving Cooper Greeley Hutchinson/Zenger Masefield Red Oak Terrace Hudson Room 7 Conference Suites 52x105/5,460 52x35/1,820 52x35/1,820 52x35/1,820 42x31/1,304 20x42/840 44x66/2,904 46x26/1,196 16x24/384 600 175 175 175 120 60 230 80 35 300 80 80 80 60 32 100 40 18 420 120 120 120 90 50 210 80 24 â â â 133 133 5 3 784 Cottage Room 14x20/280 25 16 20 www.westchestertourism.com 47 The Ritz-Carlton, Westchester 3 Renaissance Square White Plains, NY 10601 914-946-5500, 800-542-8680 Fax: 914-946-5501 www.ritzcarlton.com IC AM E M NI EE TI TI ES N & G SE RV H OT CO EL N NA TA M CT E IN & FO ES hotels & conference centers Great for social events, business functions, family getaways. Spa facilities, indoor pool and fitness center are among amenities. Dining options include The Lounge, BLT Steak and 42. $ ! ! !] Westchester County Center 198 Central Park Ave. White Plains, NY 10606 914-995-4050 Fax: 914-995-4063 www.countycenter.biz ] A full-service public arena with a 26,000-sf main hall, the 400-seat Little Theater and a 12,800-sf exhibit hall. Minutes from the Metro-North station and easily accessible from northern New Jersey and southern Connecticut. The County Center’s catering facilities, state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems, high-speed Internet access, full-service box office, dressing rooms and convenient adjoining parking areas all add up to first-quality service. *Includes 1,400 fixed balcony seats and 3,000 movable seats on Main Floor. **Banquet/Reception capacities are based on 60in.-round tables seating up to 8 people. YONKERS Hampton Inn & Suites - Yonkers 160 Corporate Blvd. Yonkers, NY 10701 914-377-1144 Fax: 914-377-1142 www.yonkerssuites.hamptoninn.com Complimentary daily hot breakfast, lobby bar, indoor pool, fitness and business center. Complimentary parking. Bus parking. Two meeting rooms with catered and banquet service. Fax and copy service. Wireless internet in meeting rooms. Access to outdoor patio for breakout sessions. $! "H! Ramada Inn 125 Tuckahoe Rd. Yonkers, NY 10704 914-476-3800, 800-2-RAMADA www.ramada.com Outdoor pool, exercise room. Three meeting rooms available, fax and copying service for guests. A/V equipment available. Free breakfast with room. #! !] Residence Inn by Marriott - Yonkers 7 Executive Blvd. Yonkers, NY 10701 914-476-4600, 800-331-3131 Fax: 914-476-4606 www.residenceinnyonkers.com Complimentary full buffet hot breakfast daily, shuttle service, parking and grocery shopping. Outdoor patio with fire pit, sports court and putting green. Fully equipped kitchens. Close to Metro North. A selection of catering menus. Various set-up options and A/V equipment available. $! "!] Royal Regency 165 Tuckahoe Rd. Yonkers, NY 10710 914-476-6200, 800-215-3858 Fax: 914-375-7017 www.royalregencyhotelny.com Five Jacuzzi suites, close to Yonkers Raceway, dining room, full catering and free parking. Free WiFi, complimentary breakfast, minutes from Manhattan, AAA discount, Hertz Car Rental. !!! 48 www.westchestertourism.com $ Indoor Pool, #Outdoor Pool, ! Fitness Center, " Charter Service, ! Restaurant On-Site, HGift Shop, ! Pets, ] Smoke-Free 7 2 â â â â $225+ â â $0 - $149 â â 150 39 8 103 3 4 â 144 144 7 â 92 5 5 9 2 SF ET N QU SR AS EA TE R OO M L /T OT A Ballroom Salon I Salon II Salon III Westchester Suite Westchester I Westchester II Hamilton Hudson Court Sapphire Suite Boardroom Main Hall Exhibit Hall Meeting Room A Meeting Room B Meeting Room C Meeting Room D Meeting Rooms A-D Meeting Room E Meeting Room F Meeting Room G Meeting Room H Meeting Rooms E-H Little Theatre 97x62/6,014 36x62/2,232 35x62/2,170 25x62/1,550 53x28/1,510 30x28/840 23x29/670 23x22/506 27x17/459 25x14/350 28x29/920 26x16/416 146x177/26,720 122x98/12,800 19x39/745 23x39/886 23x39/922 23x39/917 91x39/3,533 19/709 23x39/919 23x39/916 29x29/1,551 39x107/4,093 41x75/2,800 600 220 220 150 140 75 60 40 40 20 4,400* 1,200 70 100 100 100 370 70 100 100 200 470 400 350 125 125 75 75 46 40 30 30 1,000 500 40 48 48 48 184 40 48 48 72 208 150 420 160 160 100 120 50 50 30 30 12 1,900** 70** 100** 100** 100** 370** 70** 100** 100** 200** 470** 400** 955 Meeting Room 1 Meeting Room 2 Meeting Room 1 & 2 635 320 955 75 45 - 60 - 72 - 2,510 Oak Crystal Pine 37x5x24/900 33x22/700 24x38/910 80 65 85 100 80 110 75 60 80 448 Herald Room 448 40 24 32 13,235 Crystal Room Diamond Room Opal Room 70x37/4,500 44x50/4,500 40x50/2,000 600 600 120 250 250 90 350 360 80 10,175 42,000 â EA BA 38 S CL 146 OM TH â RO AR â â $150 - $224 M â EE TI N G CE IR EL N TE ES R S AU IN DI T O ER VI N SU ET # A OF L RO OM # OF S SU IT # ES OF AD A # RO OF OM RO S LL OU T SH TO OW TA L ER SF IN ES S BU S $225+ W PR IC E RA N GE S hotels & conference centers www.westchestertourism.com 49 additional accommodations A Quaint Place to Stay With an Elegant Feel If you’re looking for some of the amenities of a fullservice hotel but with plenty of charm and perhaps a bit more scenery, Westchester County has a variety of top-notch inns and bed and breakfasts that offer a quiet, peaceful getaway. Set on 14 wooded acres in the heart of horse country, the Bedford Post Inn, owned by film star Richard Gere, is Westchester’s only Relais & Chateaux property. It is an eight-room luxury inn with a yoga studio, a reflecting pool and bathrooms that have double-soaking, antique claw-foot tubs imported from Portugal. Two onsite restaurants, The Barn Restaurant and The Farmhouse, offer casual and upscale dining options, respectively. Just a short walk to the village of Croton-onHudson, the Alexander Hamilton House is a bed and breakfast that sits on a cliff overlooking the Hudson River. Featuring some rooms that include a fireplace and a whirlpool tub, the lavish inn is close to historic houses, Blue Hill at Stone Barns, Kykuit, wineries and more. Westchester County also features several motels that capitalize on convenience and comfort. Bedford Post Inn = Wireless Internet, ] = Smoke-free Bed & Breakfasts Motels Alexander Hamilton House Alexander Motel 49 Van Wyck St., Croton-on-Hudson 914-271-6737 www.alexanderhamiltonhouse.com 542 Tarrytown Rd., White Plains 914-761-5600 Fax: 914-761-5600 8 rooms. 16 rooms. ] Bedford Post Inn 954 Old Post Rd., Bedford 914-275-3773 www.bedfordpostinn.com 8 rooms. Soundview Manor 283 Soundview Ave., White Plains 914-421-9080 www.soundviewmanor.com 7 rooms. Apple Motor Inn 775 Saw Mill River Rd., Ardsley 914-693-2900 Fax: 914-693-8533 www.applemotorinn.com 49 rooms. Ardsley Acres Motel 560 Saw Mill River Rd., Ardsley 914-693-2700 www.ardsleymotel.com 59 rooms. Central Motel Town Lyne Motel 441 Central Ave., White Plains 914-948-8717 Fax: 914-948-8718 8381 Crompond Rd., Rt. 202, $PSUMBOE.BOPSŔ Fax: 914-737-8980 30 rooms. 19 rooms. Elmsford Motel Tuckahoe Motor Inn 19 Tarrytown Rd., Elmsford 914-592-7500 Fax: 914-592-6461 307 Tuckahoe Rd., Yonkers 914-793-6300 Fax: 914-793-6387 48 rooms. www.tuckahoemotorinnllc.com Mamaroneck Motel 1015 West Boston Post Rd., .BNBSPOFDLŔ Fax: 914-698-0105 www.mamaroneckmotel.com 34 rooms. ] Saw Mill River Motel 25 Valley Ave., Elmsford 914-592-7500 Fax: 914-592-6461 www.sawmillrivermotel.com 127 rooms. 72 rooms. ] Watergate Motor Inn 81 Furnance Dock Rd., Croton-on)VETPOŔ Fax: 914-735-1923 www.watergatemotorinn.com 40 rooms. ] Yonkers Gateway Motel 300 Yonkers Ave., Yonkers 914-476-6600 www.yonkersgatewaymotel.com 60 rooms. 50 www.westchestertourism.com GREAT FOOD U CLASSIC ROCK U 130 TAPS Yard House restaurant is an upscale casual eatery known for great food, classic rock music and 130 taps of imported, craft and specialty ales & lagers. Whether you’re in the mood for a grilled burger and a pint of your favorite draft beer or pan seared ahi and a chilled martini, Yard House has something for everyone! Open Monday through Thursday at 4pm, and Friday through Sunday for lunch, dinner and late night dining. WESTCHESTER’S RIDGE HILL 2 3 7 M a r k e t S t r e e t ÊUÊ YonkersÊUÊ Y 914.375.9273ÊUÊI - 9 7 , E x i t 6 A y a rd h o u s e . c o m 35 LOCATIONS AZ Ê U Ê CA Ê U Ê CO Ê U Ê FL Ê U Ê HI Ê U Ê IL Ê U Ê KS Ê U Ê MA Ê U Ê NV Ê U Ê NY Ê U Ê TX Ê U Ê VA dining & banquet venues When Your Group Works Up an Appetite Whether you need to arrange a corporate dinner or a wedding reception, Westchester has the ideal venue. Enjoy authentic Puerto Rican dining at Don Coqui where your group can participate in corporate team-building events, interactive cooking parties or Iron Chef competitions. Thirdgeneration restaurateurs Jewelle and Jaleene Rodriguez showcase signature dishes carrying on their family legacy. If you and your group are looking for a quick, inexpensive bite of fresh food, look no further than Lonnie’s Fish n’ Chips, a take-out only place that serves up battered shrimp, chicken and fish, along with homemade salads and baked goods. When the workday is over, your group can enjoy Westchester’s vibrant nightlife. Plan a pub crawl from Korova Milk Bar to Red Hat on the River; an evening over vino at The Gnarly Wine or an outing to sample fabulous cocktails such as espresso martinis from the Goldfish Oyster Bar & Restaurant. Our late-night hot spots guarantee you and your group a fun, comfortable atmosphere. Can’t decide where to go? Check out Village Social, a popular bar and restaurant that buzzes in Westchester, combining the party scene with intimate dining. For complete listings, see the Exceptional Spaces section, pages 38-39. VENUES BY CAPACITY 1,000 and Above Playland Park ...................................................... Rye .................................................up to 10,000 FUNFUZION at New Roc City ..................... New Rochelle ......................................... 3,300 The Capitol Theatre ........................................ Port Chester....................................500-1,800 Grand Prix New York ....................................... Mount Kisco ............................................ 1,000 The Performing Arts Center ........................ Purchase ....................................................1,300 Paramount Center for the Arts................... Peekskill ......................................................1,024 Lakeside at Osceola......................................... Jefferson Valley...................................... 1,000 Life The Place to Be ......................................... Ardsley ................................................ 30-1,000 SUNY Purchase .................................................. Purchase ............................................ 20-1,000 The VIP Country Club .................................... New Rochelle ......................................... 1,000 500 to 999 Caramoor Center for Music & the Arts ............................................ Katonah .........................................................800 Greentree Country Club ............................... New Rochelle ............................................. 700 Pace University .................................................. White Plains & Pleasantville .......... 10-700 The Polish Center ............................................. Yonkers ..........................................................600 Abigail Kirsch at Tapan Hill .......................... Tarrytown .....................................................500 Beckwith Pointe ................................................ New Rochelle .............................................500 Empire City Casino at Yonkers Raceway .......................................... Yonkers ..........................................................500 Glen Island Harbour Club ............................. New Rochelle .............................................500 The Surf Club...................................................... New Rochelle .............................................500 250 to 499 Mercy College .................................................... Dobbs Ferry .................................................450 Westchester Broadway Theatre................. Elmsford .................................................52-450 White Plains Performing Arts Center ...... White Plains ................................................. 410 Colonial Terrace ................................................ Cortlandt Manor ........................................400 Don Coqui............................................................ New Rochelle .............................................400 The Fountainhead ............................................ New Rochelle .............................................400 Lake Isle Country Club Caterers................ Eastchester...................................................400 Mamaroneck Beach & Yacht Club ............ Mamaroneck ...............................................400 Philipse Manor Hall .......................................... Yonkers ..........................................................400 Sarah Lawrence College................................ Bronxville ...............................................18-400 Westchester Manor.......................................... Hastings-on-Hudson ..............................400 Regal New Roc 18 & Imax ............................ New Rochelle ..............................................376 Brynwood Country Club............................... Armonk .......................................................... 360 Lyndhurst ............................................................. Tarrytown ................................... 350 (tented) Antun’s of Westchester .................................. Elmsford ........................................................300 Neuberger Museum of Art ........................... Purchase .......................................................300 Whitby Castle at Rye Golf Club.................. Rye............................................................ 10-300 52 www.westchestertourism.com Windows on The Hudson ............................ Dobbs Ferry .................................................300 The Willett House............................................. Port Chester................................................. 275 Blue Hill at Stone Barns ................................. Pocantico Hills ...........................................250 Juliano’s Caterers ............................................. New Rochelle .............................................250 Below 250 Sinapi’s Ceola Manor....................................... Jefferson Valley.......................................... 225 The CV Rich Mansion ..................................... White Plains .................................................220 The Riverview .................................................... Hastings-on-Hudson ..............................220 Berkeley College ............................................... White Plains .................................................200 Harvest on Hudson ......................................... Hastings-on-Hudson ...................... 80-200 Hudson River Museum .................................. Yonkers ..........................................................200 Rory Dolan’s ........................................................ Yonkers ................................................ 120-200 Striped Bass Restaurant ................................. Tarrytown .....................................................200 Zuppa Restaurant ............................................. Yonkers ...................................................10-200 At the Reef Restaurant & Caterers ............ Cortlandt Manor .........................................175 The Cabin Restaurant ..................................... Greenburgh ..................................................175 Castle on the Hudson .................................... Tarrytown ......................................................175 The James House Mansion ......................... Sleepy Hollow ................................... 100-175 Le Chateau........................................................... South Salem .................................................175 Manhattanville College .................................. Purchase ....................................................... 160 The Clubhouse Grill, 42 ................................. New Rochelle ..............................................152 The Arts Exchange ........................................... White Plains ................................................. 150 Good Counsel Convent - Mapleton ........ White Plains ................................................. 150 Half Moon ............................................................ Dobbs Ferry ................................................. 150 Hammond Museum & Japanese Stroll Garden .............................. North Salem ................................................ 150 Make Your Own Wine ..................................... Elmsford ........................................................ 150 The Private Office, Inc. ................................... Rye Brook ..................................................... 150 Scarsdale Woman’s Club ............................... Scarsdale ....................................................... 150 Burke Education Facility ................................ White Plains ................................................. 120 Red Hat on the River ....................................... Irvington ................................................ 65-120 Washington’s Irving’s Sunnyside ............... Tarrytown ..................................................... 120 121 Restaurant .................................................... North Salem .........................................60-100 Fordham University ......................................... West Harrison ............................................. 100 Rini’s Restaurant ................................................ Elmsford ........................................................ 100 Ruth Chris Steak House ................................. Tarrytown .............................................. 10-100 Sam’s of Gedney Way ..................................... White Plains ................................................. 100 Static ....................................................................... White Plains ................................................. 100 Victor’s Restaurant ........................................... Hawthorne ................................................... 100 Hostaria Mazzei Restaurant ......................... Port Chester....................................................90 La Panetiere......................................................... Rye ......................................................................90 Wainwright House ........................................... Rye .............................................................. 30-80 The Melting Pot ................................................. White Plains ....................................................52 Philipsburg Manor............................................ Sleepy Hollow ...............................................50 about us Here to Help Handle Details Westchester County Tourism & Film is the county’s official destination marketing organization, dedicated to promoting and advancing tourism and providing a positive visitor experience. The Westchester Destination Guide 2012 is an annual publication filled with a variety of helpful information about group-friendly hotels, exceptional meeting sites, exciting attractions, events and great restaurants that make Westchester County an ideal place for business or leisure travel. With years of experience, our innovative and dedicated staff is a one-stop resource to answer your questions, offer ideas and assist you in planning your next visit, tour, meeting, event and more. Here are a few of helpful services that we provide to plan your meeting. Ŕ Distribute RFP to search Westchester County hotels, conference centers and venues Ŕ Complimentary customized itineraries Ŕ Coordinate site inspections Ŕ Provide publications for distribution to attendees Ŕ Assist with off-site excursions and team building Westchester County is the smart choice. Please let us know if we may ever be of assistance. We look forward to working with you. Natasha Caputo Director 914-995-8502 Ncaputo@westchestergov.com Amanda M. Modugno Deputy Director 914-995-8501 Amodugno@westchestergov.com Lydia A. Ruth Film, Public Relations & Marketing 914-995-8503 larx@westchestergov.com Sandra J. Mahonski Administrative Assistant 914-995-8504 sjm3@westchestergov.com Westchester County Tourism & Film 148 Martine Ave., Ste. 104 White Plains, NY 10601 914-995-8500 or 800-833-9282 Fax: 914-995-8505 www.westchestertourism.com www.westchestertourism.com 53 transportation Within Easy Reach from Westchester Airport’s runways. Getting to Westchester is easy, The airport is one of the most active whether you’re driving, flying or business aviation facilities in the arriving by bus or train. Over the nation, averaging more than 70,000 past decade, the county has made a corporate and charter operations significant investment to improving annually, and it is also the home to its transportation network. Three 300 light aircrafts. interstate highways provide quick links to New York City, and public Metro-Northo, the commuter transportation is widely available. railroad, can whisk you from White Plains to midtown Manhattan in just Westchester County Airport, 35 minutes. With 775 miles of track, which was called upon to be the Metro-North goes to 120 stations first airport in the nation to reopen in seven counties of New York. The following the 9/11 terrorist attacks, Hudson, The Harlem and the New is conveniently located five miles Haven are the three main lines east of the City of White Plains Westchester County Airport that provide passengers service on and approximately 30 miles north the east side of the Hudson River. of Manhattan. The airport offers a mixture of commercial, business, charter and private Amtrak also serves Westchester County with stops at flights to satisfy all clientele. Each year 1.9 million Yonkers, New Rochelle and on Croton-on-Hudson. Look passengers travel on some 32,000 commercial flights. here for information on how to get here and then make On a typical day around 55 commercial aircrafts depart your way around town. BUS Bee-Line Bus System 914-813-7777 www.beelinebus.com Countywide bus service with more than 55 routes and express service connecting major metropolitan areas. Smart Commute Program 914-995-4444 www.westchestergov.com/smart-commute Find out about products and services that support the use of transit and other alternatives to driving alone. MOTORCOACH & BUS LINE OPERATORS Bee-Line Bus Adirondack Trailways 800-776-7548 www.trailwaysny.com Greyhound 800-231-2222 www.greyhound.com Leprechaun Lines 800-624-4217 www.leprechaunlines.co Shortline Coach USA 800-631-8405 www.shortlinebus.com CAR Connecticut Limo 800-472-LIMO, www.ctlimo.com Shuttles from NYC airports to locations in Westchester. DLC Ground Transportation Services 800-460-5520, www.dlctrans.com Located in the arrivals terminal at Westchester County Airport. Operates taxi service. Limousine Service of Westchester 877-878-5466, www.lswlimo.com Executive sedan and transportation services throughout Westchester and the tri-state area. Red Dot Airport Shuttle 800-673-3368, www.ridethedot.com Transportation to and from JFK and LGA. Red Oak Transportation 800-477-5466, www.redoaktrans.com 54 www.westchestertourism.com RENTAL CAR COMPANIES Alamo Westchester County Airport (HPN) ...................................914-946-9080 Avis Westchester County Airport (HPN) ...................................914-997-2300 Scarsdale ..........................................914-722-0591 White Plains .....................................914-948-0277 Budget Westchester County Airport (HPN) ...................................914-997-4183 Enterprise Westchester County Airport (HPN) ...................................914-946-9696 Ardsley .............................................914-674-8694 Cortlandt Manor...............................914-739-9700 Croton ...............................................914-271-0100 Mamaroneck ....................................914-381-1199 Mount Kisco .....................................914-241-2999 Mount Vernon ..................................914-667-6720 New Rochelle ...................................914-632-6622 Port Chester .....................................914-937-4131 Tarrytown .........................................914-631-5474 White Plains East .............................914-997-9484 White Plains West ............................914-948-6868 Yonkers .............................................914-964-2004 Yonkers South ..................................914-968-1000 Hertz Westchester County Airport (HPN) ...................................914-948-1016 Bedford Hills .....................................914-242-0422 Elmsford ...........................................914-347-2017 New Rochelle ...................................914-633-0643 Peekskill............................................914-737-3178 White Plains .....................................914-948-3024 National Westchester County Airport (HPN) ...................................914-946-9080 PLANE TRAIN Westchester County Airport .....914-995-4850 www.westchestergov.com/airport Conveniently located about five miles east of White Plains and approximately 30 miles north of Manhattan, Westchester County Airport offers commercial airline service to many non-stop destinations, as well as convenient connections to cities worldwide. Non-stop commercial service is noted below. Amtrak 800-872-7245 www.amtrak.com Service from New Rochelle to the BostonWashington Northeast corridor. Services from Croton-Harmon and Yonkers to upstate New York, Montreal, Chicago and points west. Air Tran ...........................................800-247-8726 www.airtran.com Atlanta (ATL), Orlando (MCO), Palm Beach (PBI) American Airlines.........................800-433-7300 www.aa.com Chicago (ORD) Cape Air ..........................................800-352-0714 www.flycapeair.com Nantucket (ACK), Martha’s Vineyard (MVY), Lebanon (LEB) Delta.................................................800-221-1212 www.delta.com Atlanta (ATL), Detroit (DTW) jetBlue .............................................800-538-2583 www.jetblue.com Ft. Lauderdale (FLL), Fort Myers (RSW), Orlando (MCO), Tampa (TPA), West Palm Beach (PBI) and Nassau, Bahamas (NAS) United..............................................800-241-6522 www.united.com Chicago (ORD), Washington DC (IAD) US Airways .....................................800-428-4322 www.usairways.com Charlotte (CLT), Philadelphia (PHL), Washington DC (DCA) Metro-North Railroad www.mta.info/mnr All MTA services: 511 Service to Grand Central Terminal and 43 stations in Westchester and points east and west on the Hudson, Harlem and New Haven lines. Metro-North’s “One Day Getaways” offer great deals on exciting venues: Rye Playland, Empire City Casino, Kykuit and more. BUSINESS RESOURCES Relocation Services Business Council of Westchester ...914-948-2110 www.westchesterny.org Mount Vernon Chamber of Commerce ....................................914-667-7500 www.mtvernonchamber.org Chambers of Commerce African American Chamber of Commerce ....................................914-699-9050 www.aaccnys.org New Rochelle Chamber of Commerce ....................................914-632-5700 www.newrochellechamber.org Bedford Hills Chamber of Commerce ....................................914-381-3356 www.bedfordny.com Bronxville Chamber of Commerce ....................................914-337-6040 www.bronxvillechamber.com Dobbs Ferry Chamber of Commerce ....................................914-478-9381 www.dfchamber.com Eastchester/Tuckahoe Chamber of Commerce ...................914-779-7344 www.eastchestertuckahoechamber ofcommerce.com Hispanic Chamber of Commerce ...914-328-7181 www.whccny.com Katonah Chamber of Commerce ....914-232-2668 www.katonahchamber.org Mamaroneck Chamber of Commerce ....................................914-698-4400 www.mamaroneckchamberofcommerce.org Mount Kisco Chamber of Commerce ....................................914-666-7525 www.mtkiscochamber.com Ossining Chamber of Commerce ...914-941-0009 www.ossiningchamber.org Peekskill/Cortlandt Chamber of Commerce ....................................914-737-3600 www.hvgatewaychamber.com Pleasantville Chamber of Commerce ....................................914-747-6419 www.pleasantville.com Port Chester/Rye Brook Chamber of Commerce ....................................914-939-1900 www.portchesterchamber.com Scarsdale Chamber of Commerce....914-620-2426 www.scarsdalechamber.org Sleepy Hollow/Tarrytown Chamber of Commerce ...................914-631-1705 www.sleepyhollowchamber.com Somers Chamber of Commerce......914-276-3904 www.somerschamber.com Yonkers Chamber of Commerce .....914-963-0332 www.yonkerschamber.com Yorktown Chamber of Commerce ....914-245-4599 www.yorktownchamber.org TOUR OPERATORS & DESTINATION PLANNERS Special Services Westchester County provides transportation opportunities for the disabled community via the BeeLine ParaTransit Service. The ParaTransit service is for disabled individuals who are unable to utilize the regular BeeLine Fixed Bus Service either fully or partially. To utilize the ParaTransit service an individual must be approved prior through an application process. For additional information, please call (914) 995-2960. For individuals who have a permanent disability and are able to utilize a public fixed bus you can apply for the Westchester County Reduced Fare Card or the MTA’s Metro Disabled Half Fare Card. Call (914) 9952956 for more information. For other inquiries, please call the Office for the Disabled at (914) 995-2957. East Coast Group Tours ..........................................................................................................914-803-2373 MC Heritage Tours ..................................................................................................................914-720-9622 Outlook International...............................................................................................................914-725-2663 Pied Piper Tours .......................................................................................................................914-238-8289 DISTANCES TO WESTCHESTER FROM MAJOR CITIES 350 MILES 300 MILES 250 MILES 200 MILES 150 MILES Albany, N.Y. Boston, Ma. 100 MILES 50 MILES Pittsburgh, Pa. Chicago, Il. 13 hours 7 hours Cleveland, Oh. 8 hours Hartford, Ct. WESTCHESTER COUNTY WESTCHESTER COUNTY New York City Newark, N.J. Philadelphia, Pa. Atlantic City, N.J. Baltimore, Md. Washington, D.C. Drivetime from major cities: Albany, NY.................... 2 ½ hours Baltimore, MD .................. 4 hours Boston, MA....................... 3 hours Hartford, CT ...................... 2 hours Montreal ........................... 6 hours Quebec, Canada New York City, NY .............. ½ hour Newark, NJ ......................... 1 hour Philadelphia, PA ............... 3 hours Washington, D.C. .............. 5 hours DISTANCES TO MAJOR AIRPORTS: LaGuardia (LGA) . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 miles John F Kennedy (JFK). . . . . . . . .37 miles Newark Liberty (EWR) . . . . . . . .45 miles Stewart (SWF). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 miles Major Roadways: The county is easily accessible via major thoroughfares including I-87 (New York State Thruway), I-95 (New England Thruway), I-287 (Cross-Westchester Expressway) and I-684. www.westchestertourism.com 55 map 35 20 2 WHITE 5 29 28 38 AIN S 33 30 119 35 AY ILW TA R RY TO TR 287 W N BROOK RIVER DUCT AQUE GREENBURGH R RD VE RI L RA NT ST CE HI BR 18 13 PO HU TC IN 22 SP RA ON X L MIL OLD SA W AY GEW RID Y ST SCARSDALE PKW RIV 287 E AV AVE 12 RTH CK NE 26 100 ER 3 23 127 RO n 19 9 16 17 RD Purchase SON ANDER MA 48 Hartsdale 20 HILL 25 16 32 11 7 5 38 4 White Plains 1 36 29 31 8 VE NT A BRYA Dobbs Ferry 120 HARRI S ON EX PW MA 18 9 WHITE PLAINS Ardsley SUNY Purchase NO CROTON 9 8 684 E AK L 45 100B Irvington ER 28 Y 23 ST AY ADW SO 33 WEST CH E RD North White Plains BRO CO WESTCHESTER COUNTY AIRPORT 3 11 A H UT LAKE 100 Elmsford 3 87 34 Irvington CROSS 12 15 RYE 30 Westchester Community College 27 AV E 9 PL 5 ON T A VE Y Tarrytown PKW 87 10 15 EE T 29 EDIC Valhalla ST R 2 BEN 22 NS Eastview PKWY TRAILWAY 28 9A Westchester Medical Center NO 21 Tarrytown 40 100 RT H 13 Cross Westchester Corridor 3 CO UN Hills 22 KEN SIC O RE S TY T RA IL Pocantico 18 287 AY W H ti ad index Armonk Limousine ...................... 27 ArtsWestchester ............................... 1 Brazen Fox ......................................... 7 Caravela ............................................ 27 Comfort Inn & Suites....................37 Cross County Shopping Center .............................................19 Doral Arrowwood.......Back Cover DoubleTree by Hilton Tarrytown .....................................21 Emma’s Ale House ....................... 34 Empire City Casino at Yonkers Raceway ..... Inside Front Cover Grand Prix New York/ Spins Bowl ....................................14 Mass Transit Administration ..........................Inside Back Cover Hilton Rye Town ..............................2 Oasis Day Spa ..................................14 Holiday Inn Mt. Kisco ...................15 Iron Horse Grill .............................. 27 Radisson Hotel New Rochelle ............................. 23 Lazy Boy Saloon/ Lazy Lounge ............................... 29 Red Hat on the River ................... 29 Legal Sea Foods............................. 25 Leros Point to Point ......................13 Limousine Service of Westchester ................................ 53 Residence Inn Marriott ...............16 The Ritz-Carlton Westchester .................................37 Sheraton Tarrytown Hotel.........33 Lyndhurst ..........................................18 Sushi Mike’s ..................................... 26 Mamaroneck Motel...................... 26 Excel Limousine .............................17 Mapleton at Good Counsel ..... 28 Westchester Broadway Theatre ...........................................17 Funfuzion at New Roc City .......15 Maryknoll Fathers & Brothers ...18 Yard House .......................................51 56 www.westchestertourism.com Official Audio Tour of Grand Central Available at specially-marked windows on the Main Concourse Getaway with Metro-North Metro-North has over 50 stations throughout the Hudson Valley with service to/from Grand Central Terminal in Midtown Manhattan. 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