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Did You Know?
Great news from Yonkers Partners in Education (YPIE). Through a partnership with Southern Vermont College, YPIE will be sending four students per year to this college to receive a 4-year scholarship with the necessary supports to insure their success. A great opportunity for these kids, thanks to YPIE and Southern Vermont College!
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What's on the Market?
156 Van Cortlandt Park Avenue, Park Hill, Yonkers
No matter what's happening in the real estate market, I consistently get my sellers the highest price. They get more $$$ and their homes are on the market fewer days and sell closer to the listing price than other properties in Yonkers. (Based on EAMLS statistics) |
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Helpful Home News
Energy-Conscious Home Appliances: What to Look for at Any Price
Every appliance has two prices: the sticker price, and the one you pay to run the appliance year-round. Considering that a minor expense today could translate into huge savings tomorrow, you'll want to know your options before buying your next major home appliance. Get the details HERE.
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Just In Contract!
30 Lefferts Road, Park Hill, Yonkers
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Help Lonely and Unwanted Pets
Want to help all the dogs and cats at
"Pets Alive Westchester Shelter" by donating your old or unused linens... ..blankets, sheets, towels? Just call me & I'll pick them up & deliver to the shelter. You'll make these homeless animals lives a lot more comfortable.
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Just Sold!
Land at 7 and 11 Rockland Avenue,
Park Hill, Yonkers
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"Our Folks" Can Help
Are you a senior or do you know a senior who needs help with yard work or small jobs around the house? Groundwork Hudson Valley's Our Folks Club can help.....FREE of charge. Call Emily Eder at 914.375.2151 for more info and to sign up.
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Need A Vacation?
Berkshire Woods House in Otis, MA, is the ideal getaway. Available for rentals for 3 or 4-day weekends or by the week. More info - photos, rates and availability - at Berkshire Woods House or VRB0.com.
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Park Hill Now On Facebook
Want to be part of the Park Hill online community? Just click on the FB logo above and "LIKE" the page. It's a great way to communicate and share the good news about Park Hill...events, news, photos. Anyone can post so if you've got something to share, join us!
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Go to Helpful Links on Jane's website for access to links with lots of information about Yonkers and Westchester County.
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You may remember reading in an earlier issue of "Good News" that Amy Stokes of Park Hill was voted a CNN Hero for her work championing children. More HUGE congratulations to Amy on being named one of the Top 10 CNN Heroes for 2011. Many South  African children are without parents due to HIV/AIDS and Amy's non-profit organization, Infinite Family, connects them with caring adult mentors via computer. For at least a half-hour each week, pairs meet face to face on what they call the Ezomndeni-net (in Zulu, Ezomndeni means "everything related to family"). Using a custom, Web-based technology, Infinite Family has so far connected almost 300 South African teens (called Net Buddies) with nearly 200 volunteer mentors from around the world. Since 2006, Infinite Family has built and operated five computer labs at partner organization sites across South Africa. In addition to providing mentors for children, the computer-driven communication of the Ezomndeni-net also develops their language and technology skills, preparing them to compete in the global marketplace. Amy was recently honored on a CNN award show hosted by Anderson Cooper and was recognized with $50,000 award to Infinite Family. You can click here to meet Amy, hear the story behind the Hero and even contribute or get involved if you'd like to. |
Thursday, 1/12, 5:30-8pm: Opening Reception for On Your Mark, Drawing as Process. The focus of this exhibition is to explore the  impulse of the hand, arm and body in movement, tracing and recording the arc of a gesture and intention and the process by which artists leave a trace of themselves along with the graphite, charcoal and ink they rub and smear and drag across the surface of life. Meet the artists behind the art. Exhibit on display until 2/18. At the Blue Door Gallery. FREE, donations welcomed. More info or 914-375-5100. The Gallery is at 13 Riverdale Ave. just south of Main St.
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Thursday, 1/12, 7-9pm: Jazz on the Waterfront. See Yonkers pianist, Victor La Gamma, and his pals at The Pizza Place in  downtown Yonkers. Scott Latzky is on percussion, Peter Lustig on trombone and Dylan La Gamma on bass. Enjoy great signature thin-crust pizza and other Italian specialties while listening to new original compositions, old originals and jazz standards. BYOB, $5 corking charge. FREE music, no cover charge. At 92 Main St. on the Yonkers Waterfront. Cash only. Keep live jazz alive in downtown Yonkers!
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 Saturday, 1/14, 9am-12pm: L'il Angels Unlimited Open Casting Call. L'il Angels, a talent management service that specializes in media placements for children, is seeking new kids (newborn thru 21 years old) in the NY area for feature films, commercials, theater and print. The Open Casting Call is at the Yonkers Riverfront Library across the street from the Yonkers train station. More info.
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Saturday, 1/14, 11am-12pm: River Explorers, Hands-On Nature Programs for Curious Kids 5-12. Cold Blooded. Learn how  cold-blooded animals survive in winter, meet Beczak's turtles and snakes. FREE, thanks to the generous support of ConEd. Registration required. Contact Eva at 914-377-1900 x13 or |
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Tuesday, 1/17: Texas de Brazil announces their Grand Opening at the Westchester's Ridge Hill shopping complex in Yonkers. Offering  an extensive menu of acclaimed Southern Brazilian cuisine with the generous spirit of Texas, Texas de Brazil's vibrant atmosphere and extensive menu is sure to dazzle every guest. In honor of its opening, Texas de Brazil is offering guests a chance to experience the Churrascaria with full dinner and dessert included for $44.99 until 2/29/12. You can sign up immediately for the Texas de Brazil e-club and be one of the first to receive important opening announcements, complimentary dinners for birthdays and anniversaries and special event invitations. Just go to Texas de Brazil and click on "Rewards." Ridge Hill is off I-87 at the Ridge Hill exit.
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Make Your Reservations Now! Saturday, 1/21, to Sunday, 1/29: Yonkers Downtown International Restaurant Week. Take a fabulous culinary trip around the world when Yonkers Downtown BID presents its very first Restaurant Week with a 20% discount on lunch and 25% discount on dinner for  ONE WEEK ONLY. Participating restaurants include Dolphin Restaurant, Giovanni's IV , Khangri Japanese and Asian, La Bella Havana, The Pizza Place , X20 Xaviars on the Hudson, and Zuppa Restaurant and Lounge. To receive your discount, you MUST acknowledge "Yonkers International Restaurant Week" when calling to book your reservation and present coupon at time of service. Online reservations will NOT receive this special offer. Print your voucher HERE and present to your server when paying for your meal. Enjoy!
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Start a Clean-Up Team and Plan a Clean Up! Are you concerned about the trash you see on the streets and on local trails? Have you noticed garbage or debris in the Saw Mill River and had the urge to clean it up? The Saw Mill River Coalition will help you plan your clean-up and supply all necessary materials. If your group commits to doing two or more clean-ups each year, they will give you your own picker-uppers and other helpful tools. If you, your business, school, or community group would like to form a River Stewardship Team and adopt a section of the Saw Mill River, a local street in the watershed, or any area along the Saw Mill River, contact Emily Eder at Groundwork Hudson Valley at 914-375-2151 or e-mail her.
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The Saw Mill River Sees the Light of Day in Downtown Yonkers.  All of the construction in Larkin Plaza has made way for the daylighting of the Saw Mill River in what used to be the parking lot in front of the DMV. The first phase of the project is complete and the river is flowing freely through its new man-made, landscaped channel, complete with a rocky waterfall. The next phase, to be completed next spring, will bring trees and flowers to the riverbanks as well as areas for musical p erformances, ecology workshops, a family reading area and wireless internet. Even in its current unfinished state, it's pretty amazing to see this wonderful new outdoor space in downtown Yonkers.
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Nearby Performances of Yonkers Artists and Musicians:
Yonkers jazz pianist, Victor LaGamma, performs with Du chess Di and the Distractions (swing and blues) on Friday, 1/20, from 8:30-10:30pm at the Watercolor Cafe in Larchmont, and with his jazz group at Elements Restaurant in White Plains on Tuesday, 1/31, from 7-10pm.
Spuyten Duyvil, a group of Yonkers musicians, plays original and
cleverly recycled alternative folk, roots, traditional and acoustic music. They'll be performing at Jalopy in Brooklyn on Saturday, 1/28, at 8pm, at The Bitter End in NYC on Monday, 2/6, at 8pm, and at The Turning Point in Piermont on Thursday, 2/16, at 8pm.
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Recurring Events:
Live Jazz in the Lounge at Zuppa's. Tuesday nights, 7pm: No cover, no minimum, complimentary valet parking. 59-61 Main St, just one block east of the waterfront. More info: Zuppa or 914.376.6500.
Live Music at Dolphin: Sunday evenings, 5-8pm:  David Wynne at the piano. They also feature special "Winesdays." Every Wednesday, bottles of wine from their extensive cellar are 50% off. At 1 Van der Donck St, on the waterfront across from the Yonkers Pier. Dolphin or 914.751.8170.
Karaoke at Cafe Hudson. Tuesday nights at 7pm: Wanna Be A Rock Star? Sing your heart out, have fun with drink specials all night. Cafe Hudson is at 1 Van der Donck St on the river next to the Yonkers Pier. More info or 914.338.7532.
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What's Happening at the Racquet Club:
The Racquet Club is a year-round private membership organization nestled in the Park Hill section of Yonkers. Established as the Park Hill Country Club in 1892, it is a family club beautifully situated on 2+ acres, welcoming members from many diverse backgrounds. The Club has 4 clay tennis courts, a pool, vintage bowling lanes, kids' playgroup, and social events year-round (see upcoming events below). Interested in joining? Check out the website or contact the Membership Committee at ParkHillRacquetClub@yahoo.com. Most events are members only but non-members are welcome at specific events and will be noted as such. Details are on website. Friday, 1/13, 6pm: Kids' Bowling Night. Pizza and bowling. (Racquet Club members only) Sunday, 1/21, 8pm: Ladies Game Night. Leave the kids at home for a night of old-fashioned entertainment! (Racquet Club members only) Interested in hearing about their late-season membership promotion and how you can join now at a reduced rate? Email them for more info.
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Jane McAfee, ABR, ASP, e-PRO, SFR, SRES, GREEN
NYS Licensed Associate Broker
2010 Better Homes and Gardens Master Award Recipient
2010 Women of Excellence Business Professional (Yonkers Chamber of Commerce)
Cell: 914.262.8836
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