Behind the Stonewall on Manor Lane
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What's behind the stonewall at Heathcote Manor, the new development on Manor Lane off Weaver Street? Apartments ... cluster homes .....townhouses? The project had been approved many years ago but was dormant for decades. I was curious to see what had finally been built and made an appointment to take a tour.
After I turned at a stoplight on Weaver Street and drove up Manor Lane, I found that these were actually single-family homes, and large ones at that. The unit I visited was a generous 5,260 square feet with it own .12-acre yard. I walked upstairs to the entry and initially thought I was in the lobby to the complex, but then realized that this was the entry hall to one of the nine single family homes.
The house was bright, well lit and spanking new. 
The spacious foyer led to a new kitchen with high-end appliances, marble counters and an inviting island. The kitchen is connected to a large family room that looks out onto a green yard. Also on the first floor was a formal dining room, a living room and another large first floor room that could be a den or a library. Upstairs there were three family bedrooms, one with an en-suite bath, and a master bedroom suite that would be the envy of anyone living in one of Scarsdale's charming, (aka "old") homes. The master included a fireplace, two roomy walk-in closets and a master bath with an oversized shower, soaking tub and top of the line finishes.
And if that wasn't enough, the basement was finished as well and had room for a large playroom, media room or gym. The lower level leads to a 2-car garage and if needed, the builder will even install an elevator.
I quickly realized that my bias about new construction was unfounded.
The homes are located in Heathcote and students can attend Heathcote Elementary School as well as the Scarsdale Middle School and High School. Priced at $1,698,000, the realtor anticipates that taxes will be around $40,000 per year. There will be a fee for common charges to pay for mowing and landscaping. In my view, the only downside is the lack of a sidewalk along Weaver Street and the location opposite the shopping center, but that has its advantages too.
The house showed well and four of the nine units are already sold. The complex is built by Pais Built Homes of Pound Ridge and appears to be quality construction. Check them out here:
Holiday Tipping: How Much Should You Give?
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It's that time of year again. Hanukkah and Christmas are just weeks away and you may be thinking about finding the perfect gifts, tipping those who help you all year round or how you will celebrate the holiday season.
December is also a traditional time to make annual donations to your favorite organizations and charities.
But how much do you give and to whom? We have put together a short survey about giving and hope you will take a minute to answer these 6 questions. Responses are anonymous! Once we tabulate the results we will let you know about your neighbors "giving" behavior ....
It will just take a minute. Click here to let us know what you give:
Save the Date for Holiday Shopping Events
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It's not too early to start your holiday shopping. Mark your calendars to attend three local holiday boutiques in November.
Judaica Craft Show at Bet Am Shalom
The 22nd Annual Judaica Craft Show will be held at Bet Am Shalom Synagogue in White Plains on Saturday November 14 and Sunday November 15. Meet 50 extraordinary artists from the U.S., Canada and Israel. View a wide array of unique contemporary Judaica. Browse a stunning selection of unusual and one-of-a kind jewelry. Select gifts for Hanukkah, life cycle events and your home.
Preview the artists, get information, a voucher and directions at www.betamshalom.org/judaicacraftshow. The entry fee is $8.
Show hours are Saturday November 14, 2015: 8 pm to 11 pm and Sunday November 15, 2015: 10 am to 5:30 pm.
Bet Am Shalom, 295 Soundview Avenue, White Plains, NY 914-946-8851
Fall Shopping Spree at Congregation Kol Ami
Congregation Kol Ami in White Plains will hold their fall shopping spree on Sunday, November 15, 2015, 9am - 4pm.
Find jewelry, handbags, accessories, crafts, skincare, candles, kitchenware, home organization, raffles, food and much, much more! Start your holiday shopping early and support the Kol Ami Sisterhood!
Congregation Kol Ami, 252 Soundview Avenue, White Plains, NY 10606
Love to Shop at Westchester Reform Temple on December 1st
The Women of Reform Judaism (WRJ) at Westchester Reform Temple 
presents Holiday Boutique 2015 on Dec 1, 10 am to 5 pm. "Love to Shop" at dozens of specialty vendors' tables featuring unique merchandise for every price point and taste, for every selfless gift or self-indulgence. "Shop to Give" as some vendors and WRJ donate a portion of the proceeds to charities (local and worldwide) especially benefitting women and children. Raffle. Free Admission. Checks or Credit Cards welcome. Shop with Friends. Westchester Reform Temple, 255 Mamaroneck Rd., Scarsdale 914-723-7727 or click here to learn more.
Take Our Survey: Demolition and Construction in Scarsdale
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How do you feel about teardowns and new construction in Scarsdale? Are you alarmed by the number of houses being demolished or do you feel that it's good to replenish the housing stock? What about the new homes that are being built? Do you think they're too large or that they meet the needs of today's buyers?
Here's your chance to voice your views on development in our town. Click here to take a short survey:
We'll tally up the responses and publish the results for everyone to see.
Announcing the Winners of the Halloween Window Painting Contest
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Almost 300 Halloween windows were painted in Scarsdale this year, just a few short of last year's count. Colorful artwork is on display throughout the village – and the sunny weather will help the art to remain in good shape this week – so take a look.
The award ceremony will be held at Quaker Ridge School on Wednesday November 11 at 7:30 pm. Group winners will take home trophies, honorable mentions will get certificates and the Grand Prize winners will get a $100 check, courtesy of the Scarsdale Chamber of Commerce.
Here's the list of the winners, courtesy of the Scarsdale Recreation Department:
Grand Prize
Lucy Du Happy Kids Haircuts
Group 1
1ST Meyerson, Matthew Toy and Party
2ND Degani, Ben Current Home
3RD Fischman, Henry Chase Bank
MOST COMICAL Hyman, Emily Chase Bank
Honorable Mentions
Denaro, Lian Chase Bank
Wise, Lily Heathcote Hand Laundry
Zhu, Isabelle Vintology
Cecil, Elizabeth Vintology
Laboy, Mia Heathcote Barber Shop
Disalvo, Giulia Jewels by Joanne
Group II
Henry, Anna Scarsdale Eye Care Center
Feinstein, Sofia Holsten Jewelers
Pollack, Zoe Wilson & Sons
Weiser, Lana Berkshire Hathaway
Honorable Mentions
Barro, Danielle Vacant
Raff, Charlotte Imagine Candy
Kantor, Fiona Scarsdale Eye Care Center
Matula-Osterman, Deanna Pamela Robbins
Smith, Emily Gingerbread Kidz
Donovan, Raymond Gingerbread Kidz
Group III
Schwarz, Jordan Dunkin' Donuts
Barry, Tessa Skinny Buddha
Wise, Chloe Chase Bank
Simon, Alexandra Framing@ Depot Place
Honorable Mentions
Alfonso, Carlos Jr. Dunkin' Donuts
Koch, Hunter Skin TheraP
Nova, Henry Chase Bank
Kantor, Patrick Chase Bank
Cecil, Daniel Value Electronics
Liu, Olivia Houlihan Lawrence
Rechtschaffen, Nathaniel Houlihan Lawrence
Group VI
1ST Chin, Magan Remax
2ND Stefanou, Anastasia Henry's Barber Shop
3RD Kantor, Margaret Authentic Pilates
MOST COMICAL Thurman, Lisa Buon Amici Deli
Honorable Mentions
Mahoney, Lynne Coldwell Banker
Kantor, Jolie Coldwell Banker
Carnicelli, William Scarsdale Hardware
Robelen, Alison Authentic Pilates
Cecil, Lucy Authentic Pilates
Miller, Jonah Buon Amici Deli
Group V
1ST Cecil, Jack Weber Fine Art
2ND Bochner, Amy LF Stores
3RD Enders, Clara LF Stores
MOST COMICAL Glik, Amanda Danielle Trissi
Honorable Mentions
Podraza, Sarah LF Stores
Segale, Carla LF Stores
Levine, Ezra Danielle Trissi
Group VI
1ST Tolchin, Casey Jane Hoffman Embassy Cleaners
2ND Knispel, Jordan Kate Kattan Bank of America
3RD George, Chloe Hannah Wasserman Christie Place Dry Cleaner
MOST COMICAL Mehta, Sarina Maya Dhiman Embassy Cleaners
Honorable Mentions
Kefer, Jordan Emma Kornfeld SPD Substation
Paquin, Chloe Kamila El Moselhy Bank of America
Ingles, Rebecca Julia Sobel Christie Place Dry Cleaner
Harris, Paige Chloe Miller Embassy Cleaners
Group VII
1ST Ansell, Lola Apollonia Lulgjuraj Amore Pizza
2ND Higgins, Caitlin Daniela Peridigon Pure Hair Salon
3RD Miller, Griffin Justin Laing Pure Hair Salon
MOST COMICAL Regenstreif, Maya Arianna Makrakis, Vacant
Honorable Mentions
Harris, Kathryn Billie Eichel Big Top
Etra, Abigail Drew Siegel Big Top
Klingsberg, Shayna Abby Feuerstein Jade Spoon
Kraut, Jade Umi van der Aar Amore Pizza
Group VIII
1ST Shadaksharappa, Diya Annika Johnson Scarsdale Eye Care Center
2ND McCormick, Andrew Maggie Maronilla Lange's Deli
3RD Bensche, Avery Dani Hoyt Lange's Deli
MOST COMICAL Zik, Jacob Flora Zik Lange's Deli
Honorable Mentions
Brenner, Sophie Ellie Bowen DeCicco's
Waldman, Jared Ryan Forest Learning Express
Katzenberg, Ashley Sydney Seslowe Scarsdale Spencer Pharmacy
Zitrin, Eliana Julia Genin Great Stuff
Fujii, Miho Maddie Greco Lange's Deli
Harrison, Hayley Alexandra Tretler Lange's Deli
Hurshman, Elizabeth Holden Meilman Lange's Deli
Diamond, Brooke Andre Couto Parkway Coffee Shop
Group IX
1ST Kraut, Megan Katie Dabbar La Dentelliere
2ND Kefer, Samantha Sophia Sipe Pookie and Sebastian
3RD Emily Messerle and Danielle Kohn
MOST COMICAL Zitrin, Gillian Brooke Paykin Zachys
Honorable Mentions
Otsuka, Olivia Lucy Brenner Pookie & Sebastian
Bharara, Jaden Jeffrey Morse Pookie & Sebastian
Rupe, Alexa Emma Glaser Zachys
Schmelkin, Jeremy Carroll, Craig Zachys
Group X
1ST Mistry, Adina Anika Agarwal Rothman's
2ND Nova, Katie Maddy McDonald LF Stores
3RD Goldstein, Caroline Sanjana Bhatnagar Rothman's
Honorable Mentions
Liu, Allison Chloe Liu Rothman's
See the young artists in action here:
