They’re Baaaaack!

Farmers Markets are back in full swing- though still with some Covid restriction. Many are requiring preregistration so check here before you head out the door for all you need to know about shopping at some of our favorite Farmers Markets. 

John Jay Homestead - Starting June 6th 10:00-2:00. You will be required to register in advance for a 30 minute window. Vendors do change but typically you can expect to see123Dough, Babe’s Delectables, Bear Mountain Coffee Roasters, Breezy Hill Farm, Cabbage Hill Farm, Conant Valley Jams, Cooperstown Cheese Company, Deep Roots Farm, Fi-Dough, Irvington Delight, Orchard Hill Organics, Picklelicious, Platform FAF Click here to register for a time slot.

Muscoot Farm Market - Open every…

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The Foglio Family moved to Lewisboro in October 2020 from the city. They were excited to move to a vibrant community. You can often seeing them pushing their son Ben up and down Todd Road in his lime-green wheelchair. Ben suffers from an incredibly rare Childhood Orphan Disease called Salla that prohibits him intellectually and physically. Ben was diagnosed when he was 3 years old and he is actually the 1st person to be diagnosed with Salla on the east coast. There have only been roughly 150 ppl diagnosed with the disease worldwide. 

Ben’s mother, Jessica is an incredibly advocate for him. Since 2018 she has raised over $300,000 for rare disease research in Ben’s name. Since every year of his life is a miracle, his family decided to celebrate his…

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In 1970, 20 million Americas mobilized to call for greater protections for our planet. Every year since April 22 has been known as Earth Day.  It is a day that marks the anniversary of the birth of the modern environmental movement.  In 1990, Earth Day went global, mobilizing 200 million people in 141 countries and lifting environmental issues onto the world stage. Earth Day that year gave a huge boost to recycling efforts worldwide and helped pave the way for the 1992 United Nations Earth Summit.  We continue to be concerned about our planet, and while the problem seems almost daunting and paralyzing there are small, very easy things that all of us can do in our home and around our town that cost nothing to very little and will make a huge impact in…

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SPRING IS FINALLY HERE!. Many are coming out of their homes and heading outside to enjoy the warm and sunny weather. We are so fortunate to live in a beautiful area that affords us many places to get active in nature. Here we have listed some of our favorite places to grab some fresh air and enjoy the beauty in our area.

Turkey Mountain - Yorktown

The 125 acre preserve is owned and maintained by the Town of Yorktown. There are a few trails but our favorite is the roughly 2 mile loop that offers summit views of the Croton Reservoir and dam; the Hudson River; the New York City skyline to the south; Bear Mountain, across the Hudson; the Hudson Highlands; and on a clear day, the ridge of the Shawangunks. This is a busy and popular trail so best…

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Spring break is coming up and many families have opted for a staycation rather than go away. Parents are scrambling to come up with ideas to keep their kids entertained in a safe way.  We have compiled a list of some of our favorite family friendly outdoor activities that are a short drive from many Westchester towns.  

Boundless Adventures - Located in Purchase, Boundless Adventures is an aerial park unlike anything you've experienced before. With 9 total courses, you'll find yourself challenging your boundaries as you swing, climb, balance, traverse and zip-line through our treetop adventures. Visit their website to make a reservation.    Tappan Golf Center - This is the largest driving range in the country and while that alone is reason to…

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This has been an incredible year for real estate.  Inventory in the area is very low which means it is a very competitive market.  We have seen so many hopeful buyers lose out of the opportunity to buy their dream home fro a variety of reason.  Here we have some helpful tips to help you navigate this market and find your next home.  

  1. Do not hesitate to move quickly with your offer. If you are interested in buying the home get your offer in.  This is a competitive market and we are seeing homes receive acceptable offers within days of being listed.   
  2. Set yourself apart. There are a few ways make your offer seems more compelling to sellers. You can offer favorable terms. For example are you are willing to waive mortgage contingency? Can…

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Katonah, New York, is a beautiful, lush hamlet located north of New York City. It offers small-town appeal in Northern Westchester with easy access to Manhattan via Metro-North. A wonderful place to raise children with ample shopping and activities for young professionals, there is something for everyone and that is why Giner Realty has chosen to call Katonah home.

EAT

Katonah boasts diverse restaurants that have been included in Westchester Magazine’s Best of Westchester. Most recently, Sgaglios Marketplace was featured for its beloved California Burger.

Tengda Asian Bistro is another local favorite that offers a varied menu of Asian cuisine. Tengda also provides vegetarian and vegan options.

Located on Katonah Avenue, The Blue Dolphin Ristorante…

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