Great Last-Minute Mothers Day Ideas
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As my mother used to say, “Everyday is kid’s day,” but this Sunday moms are the ones who get taken care of by the one’s they take care of. And, mark my words, woe to the husband who does not put away his golf clubs and pick up something special for his wife on that day.
Breakfast in bed is always a good start (after letting her sleep as late as she wants of course). A homemade plate of pancakes is great, but only if it doesn’t mean a huge mess in the kitchen that she’ll have to clean up later. Play it safe and grab the “Weekend Blitz” at Bagels and More in Hartsdale, which includes a quarter pound of lox, 8 to 12 bagels and flavored or plain cream cheese for $17.99. While you’re in the village, pop down the street to Enrico’s Pastry Shop and pick up some delicious Danish or coffee cake.
While every mom loves to receive a bouquet of flowers, why not check out Trader Joe’s beautiful selection of orchids for as little as $14.99, which will continue to brighten her day for months.
But let’s face it; what no mom can resist is being pampered. Now is the time to book a treatment (or at least buy a gift certificate) for an afternoon of relaxation. Julianne Steiner, who we dubbed the Skin Care Wizard of Scarsdale, has a wonderful array of treatments and arguably does the best facials in town. Her sister, Jessica Steiner, gives such memorable massages that your wife will leave more relaxed than she’s felt in a long, long time.
You also need to check out one of Oasis Day Spa’s ultra-unique and decadent Mother’s Day Spa treatments. Treat your wife to a Vinotherapy Facial or a Sugar Scrub and Pink Clay Wrap, just two of the special Mother’s Day treatments being offered from May 7-9. And, for mothers-to-be, you can’t go wrong with a prenatal massage from one of their experts. Oh, and every treatment kicks off with a complimentary Mimosa, how great is that?
And speaking of Mimosa’s, there’s a reason Mother’s Day Brunch is such a time-honored tradition, and you don’t have to go far to enjoy one of the best brunches in Westchester.
Families can relax on the roof deck at Elements, in White Plains, while enjoying maple french toast layered with bananas, grilled salmon with beurre blanc, or an omelet filled with a variety of super-fresh veggies. Start off with a yogurt, granola and fruit parfait and a Bloody Mary, Mimosa or fresh juice. Only $12.99!
Or, for a more substantial meal, head over to Caffe Azzurri where they are offering a special 3-course prix fixe menu for $25 from 1pm-4pm. In addition to a very satisfied palate, all moms will also walk out with a lovely red rose.
But, the present that every mom will absolutely love the most actually doesn’t cost a thing; a hand-drawn picture from her kids, paired with a simple frame will be a keepsake that she’ll treasure forever.
So dads, with Mother’s Day less than a week away, you’d better get planning, because there’s another saying, “Happy wife, happy life.”
Bagels and More
244 E. Hartsdale Ave.
Hartsdale
(914) 722-4444
Enrico’s Pastry Shop
200 E. Hartsdale Ave.
(914) 723-0340
Trader Joe’s
727 Post Road
Scarsdale
215 N. Central Park Ave.
Hartsdale
Julianne and Jessica Steiner
6 Palmer Ave.
Scarsdale
(914) 874-4453
www.jsskincare.com
Oasis Day Spa
50 Livingstone Ave.
Dobbs Ferry
(914) 409.1900
http://www.oasisdayspanyc.com/oasis_westchester/westchester_spa
Elements Food and Spirits
161 Mamaroneck Ave.
White Plains
(914) 358-4930
www.elementswhiteplains.com
Caffe Azzurri
20 N. Central Ave.
Hartsdale
(914) 358-5248
www.caffeazzurri.com
Pre Prom Event at Setsuko at Jean Claude
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On Thursday, May 13 from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm, Setsuko at Jean Claude, 16 Palmer Avenue, Scarsdale will host a unique Pre-Prom workshop and Wine Tasting, bringing neighborhood merchants and Scarsdale’s hippest moms and daughters together to help make this year’s Prom season the best ever. Setsuko along with entertaining maven Arlen Gargagliano, jeweler Merle Nathanson, photographer Cathy Pinsky, fashion experts from The Look and Joanne Wallenstein of Scarsdale 10583 will share tips and resources with the grads, while moms enjoy a wine tasting hosted by Dean Moretta of Vintology Wines and Spirits.
Setsuko and her staff will demonstrate hairdos on girls planning to attend the prom and make-up artists will be on hand as well. Graduating seniors will model prom dresses, supplied by The Look as parents sample wine from Vintology and drinks served by Arlen Gargagliano. Merle Nathanson will share a sampling of her vintage and estate jewelry, scarves, handbags and accessories. Cathy Pinsky, a professional photographer from Bedford will be there to photograph the fun.
The community is invited to attend this event that is free and open to the public.
Where: Setsuko at Jean Claude, 16 Palmer Avenue Scarsdale
When: Thursday May 13 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Two More Scarsdale Retailers Close Their Doors
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The count of empty storefronts in Scarsdale Village continues to rise. We just noticed that Mayfair Court, which rented a double storefront on Harwood Court has closed their doors. A note on the window thanks customers for “24 wonderful years in Scarsdale Village.” The store specialized in designer clothing for women and personal service.
On Scarsdale Avenue, the pottery painting studio is also gone. However, it appears that they elected to move to Central Avenue. Paint Your Own Pot can now be found in the Midway Shopping Center at 999 Central Park Avenue. For more information, go to paintyourownpot.com
It is sad to see so many dark storefronts in the village and on Central Avenue. Undoubtedly the uncertain economy and increasing competition from the internet have made it very difficult for local retailers to stay in business.
Hopefully, we’ll be reporting new openings, rather than more closings soon.
Something New and Something Old on Harwood Place
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Signs of life are emerging in downtown Scarsdale. After a long winter with too many empty storefronts, a new eatery is coming to Harwood Place in the space previously occupied by Arcade Stationers. Fans of frozen yogurt will have a new spot to buy a lo-cal treat. Yogo Joy, nonfat frozen yogurt will be opening soon. The Yogo Joy store in Rye features eight flavors of frozen yogurt in self-serve machines. This is genuine yogurt with live active cultures that are said to improve digestion and boost the immune system. You can top your frozen treat with an array of toppings including fresh fruit, nuts, granola, cereal or candy and then bring it to the scale to weigh and pay. Look forward to tasting this soon.
Across the street, the Scarsdale Women’s Exchange is still hopping after 78 years. Founded during the Depression in 1931, the Exchange was originally founded to help women in need by selling their home-cooked foods and handmade items. There are currently similar Exchanges in 18 cities and 11 states.
The Scarsdale Woman’s Exchange stocks handmade items, including knitted and/or crocheted baby sweaters and hats, quilts, dolls, smocked baby dresses, jewelry and countless items that are unique and reasonably priced. In addition, the shop also sells beautiful tableware, gift items, scarves, handbags, and wonderful hostess gifts. Another feature are the homemade delicious and decorative tea sandwiches and baked goods that customers use for entertaining at luncheons, showers and parties.
The Exchange is a not-for-profit shop and when able, makes contributions to charitable organizations, such as Gilda’s Club, My Sister’s Place, Scarsdale Ambulance Corp., Scarsdale and Edgemont scholarship funds. The staff includes manager, Doreen Goldsmith, and several helpful volunteers. Stop by the Woman’s Exchange and see what the shop has to offer – you will be very pleasantly surprised.
Contact Information:
Scarsdale Woman’s Exchange
33 Harwood Court
Scarsdale, NY
Tel: 723-4728 – Fax: 723-3670
Frolicking Lambs and Shaggy Sheep
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Sheep ready to lose their winter coats will be shorn by hand in the style of the 18th century at Philipsburg Manor’s Sheep-to-Shawl festival, taking place Saturday and Sunday, April 17-18, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. As they explore this 18th-century working farm, visitors will also see nine newborn baby lambs born this spring on site, frolicking about the grounds. Other farm animals on site include a dairy cow, Maebell, and a heifer, Marigold. The site’s five-year-old working oxen, Josh and Jake, will also be part of the day’s events.
“This is our kick-off event for the spring season,” said Thom Thacker, site director of Philipsburg Manor. “It’s an excellent introduction to the educational, entertaining programs we offer here all year.” Tours and programs at this living history museum and working farm reflect the daily lives of the 23 enslaved individuals known to have lived and labored there. Philipsburg Manor is the country’s only fully staffed living history museum to focus on the history of northern slavery.
While strolling through the site at Sheep-to-Shawl, an Historic Hudson Valley museum which includes a working water-powered gristmill and a new world Dutch barn, visitors can watch as Gene Sheninger showcases his Scottish border collies and their instinctive and impressive ability to herd sheep and corral ducks.
Philipsburg Manor’s farmers will be shearing the sheep in the barnyard by hand while costumed interpreters continuously demonstrate wool dyeing, spinning, and weaving, and lead special hands-on activities for children. Picnic food is available.
Visitors can see the entire process of making woolen cloth and participate in many stages of the process once the sheep are sheared: picking and carding the wool, spinning and dyeing the yarn, and weaving it into cloth. Interpreters, wearing costume of the 18th century, also demonstrate the labor-intensive process of making linen from the flax plant.
Storyteller Jonathan Kruk will be on hand to share his tales.
Sheep-to-Shawl is held rain or shine. Admission is $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, $6 for children ages 5-17. Members of Historic Hudson Valley and children under 5 attend for free. Tickets can be purchased online at www.hudsonvalley.org. Philipsburg Manor is at 381 North Broadway (Route 9) in Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., two miles north of the Tappan Zee Bridge. For information, call 914-631-3992 or visit www.hudsonvalley.org.
