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Jeanne Muchnick, Daily Voice Deputy Editor, Content, has covered everything from baby advice for Parents Magazine to travel finds for The Rough Guides to human interest features for The New York Times to lifestyle insights for prevention.com. She has been a Senior Editor at top national women's magazines including Woman's World and Woman's Day and was instrumental in the launch of Gannett's InTown, Rockland and Putnam magazines. She is also the author of Dinner for Busy Moms, a 2010 Mom's Award winner. Among her favorite things to write about: Her neighbors and surrounding communities. So email her and fill her in on what's happening near you. And, follow her on Instagram @dailyvoicefeatures.

Jeanne was formerly a deputy editor at Daily Voice.

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Rivertowns, NY
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Irvington Friends Are Now A Franchise Force To Be Reckoned With Irvington Friends Are Now A Franchise Force To Be Reckoned With Irvington Friends Are Now A Franchise Force To Be Reckoned With
Irvington Friends Are Now A Franchise Force To Be Reckoned With Two best friends from Irvington are behind GYMGUYZ Westchester, the franchise where the gym literally comes to you. Sam Langer, owner and head trainer, who now lives in Tarrytown, and Co-Owner James Bonavita, who still lives in his childhood Rivertown, grew up together -- their parents are close friends -- played football in their youth, and, as it happened, studied to be personal trainers, albeit at different colleges. When they heard of the opportunity to buy the GYMGUYZ franchise -- thanks to a tip Langer's dad got (he chatted up a guy in line at a vacation resort's buffet line who ended…

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Rivertowns, NY
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Have You Ordered Your Thanksgiving Pie, Westchester? Have You Ordered Your Thanksgiving Pie, Westchester? Have You Ordered Your Thanksgiving Pie, Westchester?
Have You Ordered Your Thanksgiving Pie, Westchester? Looking to dazzle guests with your Thanksgiving dessert table?  Let someone else do the baking for you with a lovingly made-in-Westchester cake or pie. A sampling follows. Just don't forget to place your order; Sunday is the deadline for most. Baked By Susan, Croton & Tarrytown: New to the Baked by Susan repertoire: Sweet potato praline pie, along with the usual favorites like sour cherry, pecan, pumpkin, and apple-cranberry. For the gluten-free folks, there's also a gluten-free flourless chocolate, a vegan apple pie, and gluten-free pumpkin cheesecake. Order by Sunday, Nov. 19; specia…

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by Jeanne Muchnick
Stamford, CT
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Dream Bigger, Says Stamford Singer, Who Doubles As Massage Therapist Dream Bigger, Says Stamford Singer, Who Doubles As Massage Therapist Dream Bigger, Says Stamford Singer, Who Doubles As Massage Therapist
Dream Bigger, Says Stamford Singer, Who Doubles As Massage Therapist STAMFORD, Conn. -- Sometimes, the hardest times bring about the greatest achievements.  So it was for Christina Connors who used her years of struggling to make it as a New York City singer/actress into a new album. Now a Greenwich massage therapist who continues to perform on the side, Connors has just released "Dream Bigger: Songs of Hope, Healing, and Inspiration." The album was recorded at Factory Underground in Norwalk and features the music of Composer David Friedman, himself a Norwalk resident. Friedman's work is well-known; he's written songs for Diana Ross, Barry Manilo…

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by Jeanne Muchnick
Danbury, CT
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Danbury Adds Another Italian Restaurant To Dining Scene Danbury Adds Another Italian Restaurant To Dining Scene Danbury Adds Another Italian Restaurant To Dining Scene
Danbury Adds Another Italian Restaurant To Dining Scene DANBURY, Conn. -- Pasta Giardino, a new Italian eatery, is open in Danbury. The restaurant, located in the spot formerly occupied by Prespa’s, opened a few weeks ago. It is owned by Johnny Mersini Rugova a longtime restauranteur who is also behind Della Francesca, just down the road.  Expect Italian classics such as fettucini alfredo, spaghetti and meatballs, stuffed rigatoni Bolognese, chicken francese, salads and sandwiches.    Pasta Giardino is at 35 Lake Ave. Ext.; 203-826-9011; www.pastagiardinoct.com/.

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Danbury, CT
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Ventura Law To Provide Thanksgiving Turkeys for Danbury Food Pantry Ventura Law To Provide Thanksgiving Turkeys for Danbury Food Pantry Ventura Law To Provide Thanksgiving Turkeys for Danbury Food Pantry
Ventura Law To Provide Thanksgiving Turkeys for Danbury Food Pantry DANBURY, Conn. — Ventura Law has joined The Daily Bread Food Pantry to help feed the hungry and bring awareness to hunger issues in Danbury. The Danbury-based law firm will provide 100 turkeys for families and individuals in need for the holiday as part of a nationwide community outreach event known as the Injury Board Day of Action (#IBDayofAction). Turkeys and canned goods will be distributed on Monday, Nov. 20 at the Daily Bread Food Pantry located within Danbury's St. James Episcopal Church. The IB Day of Action is a nationwide, collaborative effort to bring together more than 100 plai…

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Bridgeport, CT
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Archie Comics' First Female Exec Brings Literacy Message To Bridgeport Archie Comics' First Female Exec Brings Literacy Message To Bridgeport Archie Comics' First Female Exec Brings Literacy Message To Bridgeport
Archie Comics' First Female Exec Brings Literacy Message To Bridgeport BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — You might think that the co-CEO of a comic book publisher is an unusual choice to be the speaker at a benefit for the Bridgeport Public Education Fund.  But Nancy Silberkleit has an unusual background — she worked as art teacher for 25 years before taking the leadership role in Archie Comics. And she believes that the comic book as a graphic novel is a valuable tool for developing literacy among first time readers and instilling a love of reading for everyone.  But if you want to hear from Silberkleit, you need to act quick: Friday, Nov. 10, is the last day to register f…

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by Jeanne Muchnick
Ridgefield, CT
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Cue The Mariachis: Ridgefield's Prime Taco Opening For Business Cue The Mariachis: Ridgefield's Prime Taco Opening For Business Cue The Mariachis: Ridgefield's Prime Taco Opening For Business
Cue The Mariachis: Ridgefield's Prime Taco Opening For Business RIDGEFIELD, Conn. -- Prime Taco, the sibling to Ridgefield's Prime Burger, will have its grand opening Saturday, Nov. 11, at 11 a.m. Customers will be treated to a mariachi band, face painting, giveaways and more.  According to co-owner Anthony Valente, the new eatery was four years in the making. Valente had moved from Malibu, Calif., to Connecticut years ago to open Prime Burger with his childhood friend Eddie Bistany.  "I had always wanted to do tacos but he convinced me to do burgers, which was the right choice," he said.  "So, I''ve been wanting to do this concept for …

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by Jeanne Muchnick
Lewisboro, NY
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Cue The Mariachis Lewisboro: Prime Taco Will Open Saturday In Ridgefield Cue The Mariachis Lewisboro: Prime Taco Will Open Saturday In Ridgefield Cue The Mariachis Lewisboro: Prime Taco Will Open Saturday In Ridgefield
Cue The Mariachis Lewisboro: Prime Taco Will Open Saturday In Ridgefield Prime Taco, the sibling to Prime Burger in Ridgefield, Conn. will have its grand opening Saturday Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. Customers will be treated to a mariachi band, face painting, giveaways and more.  According to Co-Owner Anthony Valente, the new eatery was four years in the making. Valente had moved from Malibu, CA to Connecticut years ago to open Prime Burger with his childhood friend Eddie Bistany. "I had always wanted to do tacos but he convinved me to do burgers, which was the right choice," he said.  "So, I''ve been wanting to do this concept for a long time. There's no…

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by Jeanne Muchnick
Mamaroneck, NY
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Mamaroneck Entrepreneur Leaves Banking To Invest In 'Kool' Kids Mamaroneck Entrepreneur Leaves Banking To Invest In 'Kool' Kids Mamaroneck Entrepreneur Leaves Banking To Invest In 'Kool' Kids
Mamaroneck Entrepreneur Leaves Banking To Invest In 'Kool' Kids At first glance, the t-shirts and hoodies at Kool Nerd Clothing look like anything else you might find online. But in reality, each piece of clothing unlocks the potential for a child in a high unemployment area to pursue a career in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (also known as S.T.E.A.M/S.T.E.M). Mamaroneck resident Orane Barrett left his job as an investment banker to start the company, in operation since March 2016. His reasoning? Unemployment in lower-income communities is three-times the national average while 500,000-plus S.T.E.M. jobs are currently unstaffed. His K…

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by Jeanne Muchnick
New City, NY
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Nyack Nail Salon Goes 'Toe To Toe' With Service Nyack Nail Salon Goes 'Toe To Toe' With Service Nyack Nail Salon Goes 'Toe To Toe' With Service
Nyack Nail Salon Goes 'Toe To Toe' With Service NYACK, N.Y. -- Prosecco is served. And no, you're not a restaurant or bar, but at a Nyack nail salon. Andrea Cea, owner of Riverwaves Salon considers her business -- in operation since 1993 -- like being at a spa retreat. And yes, that means catering to customers with the utmost in service, which can mean the occasional glass of sparkling wine. Clients are also offered tea, coffee, "yummy treats, a cozy shawl, and heating pad" if needed. "We work hard to make Riverwaves a warm, wonderful respite," she said.  "A place where clients immediately feel welcomed and whe…

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