A collection of movie reviews and opinions from Marsha Gordon, President/CEO of The Business Council of Westchester. When she is not advocating for business, building the economy or creating job opportunities, you can find her at the movie theatre enjoying many different film genres.
A funhouse won’t be the only immersive experience at Playland Park this summer. Public art is coming to the Park. A list of ten finalists was recently announced for a temporary interactive art installation on the boardwalk of Rye Beach at Playland Park. The art, which has yet to be…
Westchester is jam-packed with exciting summer events that will get you outdoors! We’ve rounded up 4 fun summer programs, including Shakespeare in the Park performances, outdoor concerts and celebrations happening throughout Westchester, many of which are free. Be sure to check out our “Music in the Air” destination guide for more free and affordable (under $20) summer arts events in Westchester and sign up for our newsletters and consult our Event Calendar to stay informed of more great family-friendly events!
As the Hudson River Museum (HRM) celebrates its centennial, it looks to the future by embracing the past. At the forefront of its new mission is a fierce commitment to engaging with its diverse community through art, sciences and history. As such, its upcoming exhibitions and programming are a reflection…
“Frank’s Picks” is a monthly music column in which music journalist, author and radio producer Frank Matheis helps readers, through his personal recommendations, to find their way through the many concerts and performances that take place in Westchester County.
Museums have been many things to many people. Traditionally, they have been collectors and interpreters of our shared heritage. However, their role has changed dramatically in recent decades as a new wave of purpose has swept over museums in America, giving them stature as community and regional assets. Perhaps the…
Almost everything is special about the mission and work of Project Blackboard, the non-profit begun by former Iona College basketball player Dan Peterson that revives public basketball courts through dynamic murals by an impressive roster of artists. However, the New Rochelle initiative unveiled in October is particularly meaningful for its founder.
History is a powerful thing. It is undeniable. However, sometimes it may be hidden for a while or just overlooked, or even ignored as if it didn’t exist. Take for example the history of Philipsburg Manor in Tarrytown. It is recorded in the archives of the New York Public Library in bold 18th Century script that the Philips family were slave owners. The primary source for this conclusion is a seemingly innocuous document called an Inventory, dated 1750, listing the possessions of arguably the richest merchant in New York State.
It wasn’t just the sold-out performance by Leyla McCalla at Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts in April that drew audience cheers. The Katonah cultural powerhouse unveiled the months-long makeover of its flagship building, the Rosen House, and set a standard for the art of spring cleaning. After sandblasting, the 16th-century Italian gates, which were rusting and flaking, were returned to their former glory. They now stand proud as the clean, deep gray welcoming entrance to the Rosen House.
The Clearwater Festival, one of the country’s largest annual music and environmental celebrations, returns to Croton Point Park this Father’s Day weekend, June 15 and 16. Founded in 1966 by the late folk singer and activist Pete Seeger, the Clearwater Festival was inspired by his mission to clean up the Hudson River. It raises money for the Hudson River Clear¬water sloop and organization, which provides environmental research, education and advocacy to help preserve and protect the river and its tributaries. This year, the Clear¬water Festival, also known as the Great Hudson River Revival, marks Seeger’s centennial birthday and the 50th anniversary of the flagship with diverse music, dance, educational and family-friendly programs.
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