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Excitement Building for the Chappaqua Summer Sidewalk Sale, July 22-25

July 8, 2020 by Megan Klein

‘Shop Local Shop Safe’ Campaign Theme Launching too in Time for the Chappaqua Summer Sidewalk Sale

For me, the song “It’s the most wonderful time of the year” is synonymous to the holidays and Ellen’s 12 Days of Giveaways. Well, it’s not December, it’s July and we’re not on the Ellen Show, we’re in Chappaqua. But, it’s still the most wonderful time of the year because the annual Chappaqua Summer Sidewalk Sale is back and better than ever! 

After four months of quarantining and social distancing, many people have yet to enter back into the retail therapy aspect of their lives due to the discomfort that comes with entering stores. Well, no need to fear. From Wednesday July 22nd through Saturday July 25th, townies and shoppers from afar can come and browse from over 25 Chappaqua merchants with discounts up to 75%.  Masks will be required, hand sanitizer stations will be available widely and Greeley Avenue will have additional pedestrian walkway with police delineators bordering the parking spots. The New Castle Police Department will be present to enforce all of the above; in short, everyone has been working together to ensure the safety and health of all. 

Many of the stores have implemented a virtual shopping experience by participating in Zoom Around Town or creating text and Facetime services. But more than anything, our merchants are truly eager to see some familiar faces, get that customer interaction that they’ve been missing out on and clear out their spring and summer inventory that hasn’t moved due to the pandemic. 

Tara Mikolay, owner of Desires by Mikolay said, “The sad reality is that this pandemic is going to force approximately 40% of small businesses to eventually close because of it…”

“The world might be feeling heavy right now,” Mikolay added, “but I think the shop local movement and shop small business movement is huge and people especially in this community really, really care about it. It’s a great time to come out, even to shop for Christmas gifts, because you’ll really be helping out small businesses who need that turnover.” 

While thinking about Christmas is a fast-forward, distracting but fun thought, one of Town Councilwoman Lauren Levin’s favorite things about the sale is the season it’s in. 

“What’s great about the timing of the sale is that summer is still not over, and in fact a lot of the products that they sell can easily go through the end of September (pool floats, beach boards, etc.) I just really enjoy that aspect of it because that’s what’s so fun. That’s the ultimate goal, to bring more fun back into the community after months of devastating news and challenging events.” 

The other part of the ultimate goal? To make our town safe enough so that people will want to come shop. The campaign Shop Local Shop Safe is being kicked off with the sale, focusing on getting people to come to our town to shop and support our merchants while doing so in a way that follows health and safety guidelines. Another main aspect that wants to be implemented is simply being social. 

“The challenge with this pandemic is we are not connecting as human beings and I think humans are just naturally social people and it’s really unfortunate that we haven’t been able to do that. With this, I get to see people and get an item like a really cute handbag that is 70% off!” Levin said. 

As a 20 year-old college student who has been at home since March, I have definitely been missing out on that social aspect that comes hand in hand with going to school. I can only imagine that parents, like Levin, are itching to get out and see some lovely new faces – besides their children, of course. 

And, guilty as charged, I have never actually been to the sidewalk sale. I am sure that there are many who join me in the guilty party, and Levin even touched upon the fact there are people who live in this town who had never “stepped foot” in some of our stores prior to Zoom Around Town. So, this sidewalk sale is the perfect opportunity for all of us to get out there, shop and support our local businesses.

Be on the lookout for signs advertising the sale in the coming weeks, as well as maps in town signaling where to park during the sale. You can also get regular town information by signing up for the town e-newsletter! 

Like Mikolay said, “…it’s a great time to maybe treat yourself to a little retail therapy!”

Filed Under: New Castle News, Stay Connected Tagged With: Chappaqua, Chappaqua Summer Sidewalk Sale, New Castle, sale, Shop Local Shop Safe, Shopping, Summer Sidewalk Sale, Wonderful Time

Millwood and West End: Nature, Fitness and Great Shopping, too

November 13, 2019 by The Inside Press

By Marianne Campolongo

The hamlet of Millwood, which just celebrated its 200th Anniversary in 2018, boasts extensive shopping, many choices for both casual and fine dining, and New Castle’s largest and most popular year-round recreation area, the 126-acre Gedney Park, which offers fun and memory making opportunities for the entire family.

Every April, Gedney Pond is stocked with over 500 rainbow, brook and golden trout for fishing throughout the spring, summer and fall. There’s even an annual fishing derby, where anglers age six to 60+ can catch their own dinner and compete for prizes. Come winter, you will find the best sledding hill in town there, and if you don’t have a sled, you can buy one at the large sporting goods store just down the road. There is also a large playground and ballfields. A gazebo and picnic tables interspersed throughout the park are great for snack time or a picnic lunch.

Geese at Gedney. Photo by Grace Bennett
North County Trailway  Photo by Grace Bennett

Four miles of well-marked hiking trails meander through wetlands and woods, providing shade for spring and summer hikes, breathtaking colors when the leaves change in autumn, and a fun trek in snowy winter weather. A handicapped accessible paved path runs from the parking lot to a fishing pier on the pond. The path to the monument remembering those lost on 9/11 is also handicapped accessible. A ceremony to remember the three town residents as well as all the others lost that day is held there each year.

The park is also dog-friendly, allowing your furry friends to be off-leash along the trails and to even swim in the pond and streams during designated morning hours; they are permitted on-leash at all times.

Photo by Grace Bennett

The 22-mile North County Trailway runs through Millwood providing a safe and scenic paved path where you will often find friends biking, roller blading or strolling, and see New Castle’s bicycle cops making sure no stragglers need help. A portion of the path runs parallel to Millwood Plaza, a shopping center anchored by the new family-owned DeCicco & Sons grocery store. You can also do your banking, pick up prescriptions or sunscreen, toys and gifts, wine, stop for lunch, or get your nails done there. Millwood also has its own post office in that convenient location. A short walk around the corner brings you to Millwood Town Plaza with an eco-friendly cleaners, jeweler, specialty foods store, a spa and hair salon, and fine dining options.

Across the street, Millwood Park has tennis courts and more ballfields, conveniently located near a family-owned deli, which has been serving customers throughout the area since 1961; other stores and businesses in the hamlet have been run by the same families for 40 years or more.

A lumberyard, hardware store and garden center are a boon for all you DIYers. Whether or not you are an experienced gardener, you can join a team at the InterGenerate Community Garden to grow vegetables for yourself and for those who cannot afford fresh produce.

Want someone to do the work for you? It’s easy to find a plumber, veterinarian, tech center, movers, a limo service, and other business in Millwood as well as the nearby West End neighborhood. For those lucky enough to live in the Hidden Hollow neighborhood, there is a sandy beach and swimming pond for its residents. In the West End of town, beautiful Stillwater Lake offers swimming and boating for neighborhood residents. Additional recreation choices in the West End include ballfields at Amsterdam Park, hiking and cross-country skiing at Sunny Ridge Preserve, and the Hudson Hills Golf Course, a public course high in the hills with lovely scenic views.

Across the street, Millwood Park has tennis courts and more ballfields, conveniently located near a family-owned deli, which has been serving customers throughout the area since 1961; other stores and businesses in the hamlet have been run by the same families for 40 years or more.

A lumberyard, hardware store and garden center are a boon for all you DIYers. Whether or not you are an experienced gardener, you can join a team at the InterGenerate Community Garden to grow vegetables for yourself and for those who cannot afford fresh produce.

Want someone to do the work for you? It’s easy to find a plumber, veterinarian, tech center, movers, a limo service, and other business in Millwood as well as the nearby West End neighborhood. For those lucky enough to live in the Hidden Hollow neighborhood, there is a sandy beach and swimming pond for its residents. In the West End of town, beautiful Stillwater Lake offers swimming and boating for neighborhood residents. Additional recreation choices in the West End include ballfields at Amsterdam Park, hiking and cross-country skiing at Sunny Ridge Preserve, and the Hudson Hills Golf Course, a public course high in the hills with lovely scenic views.

Filed Under: Discover New Castle Tagged With: Commerce, Gedney Park, InterGenerate Community Garden, Millwood, North County Trailway, Shopping, Stillwater Lake, West End

July 19-21 … Fabulous Offers Abound at Chappaqua’s Famous Summer Sidewalk Sales

June 1, 2018 by The Inside Press

Publisher’s Note: After 22 years of Chappaqua Living, I can pretty much promise you that you will go home with not only a steal–considering all the bargains galore–but with items you will also treasure after perusing the offerings from over 40 participating merchants. So mark your calendar, July 19-21, and times (10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily), and do take advantage of the amazing deals noted during Chappaqua’s famous Summer Sidewalk Sales.

– Grace

Please remember to tell our participating sponsors that you saw their offer in Inside Chappaqua Magazine, or here! Missed including your special offer here? Contact grace@insidepress.com for details on how we can add yours, too.


ICD Contemporary Jewelry

Blooming with beauty just like our exquisite jewelry, our flowers at ICD Jewelry await your arrival at the sidewalk sale. There will be a 50% discount on all merchandise outside and 20% off in-store. Mention this offer for an additional 10% off. Complimentary consultations on jewelry redesign from Varda too.

914-238-3646

icdjewelry.com


Modern Blow Dry Bar

We are so happy to be a part of the town of Chappaqua. We are a full service salon specializing in blow dries. We also offer cuts, curly cuts, color, hair and scalp treatments and make up. For the sidewalk sale we would like to offer 10% off to new clients. Do come see us!

914-861-2690

modernblowdrybar.com


Petticoat Lane

During Chappaqua’s always amazing sidewalk sale: Stop by for up to 70 percent off handbags, clothing and lingerie! We can’t wait to share our great bargains and wonderful service.

800-913-3911

bagshop.com


Chappaqua Cleaners & Tailors

Want more convenience and flexibility in your schedule?  Chappaqua Cleaners & Tailors can help with free pick-up and delivery.  New Customer Offer: Set-up an account and receive 20% off your first dry cleaning order.  Effective: June 1, 2018 – August 31, 2018.  We have proudly served Chappaqua for 84 years!

914-238-3414

chappaquacleaners.com


Desires by Mikolay

Shoppers everywhere are invited for an opportunity to join in the festivities and take advantage of exciting summer savings. Desires by Mikolay will be having their biggest sale of the year, with coveted fine & fashion jewelry at up to 40% off. Follow them on social media for more information and sale exclusives.

914-238-2223

desiresbymikolay.com


hip-kid

Be sure to stop by hip-kid at 77 South Greeley Ave. We’ll have clothes (for babies, kids, teens & moms), toys and accessories at up to 75% off! There will be crafts for kids too so don’t forget to come down! Lots of free parking in the lot behind Bank of America!

914-861-2710

hipkidchapp.myshopify.com


AURA SALON

Aura Salon now offers three floors of Holistic, Organic Beauty Services! Floor 1 features Dry Bar. Floor 2 features Hair Cuts, Manicures and Pedicures. Floor 3 features Color Loft introducing O & M Color products  AURA. Always Fresh. Always Natural. Always Beautiful. Visit us for 20% off a color service.

914-238-0091

auraboutiquesalon.com


Chappaqua Paint & Hardware

Chappaqua Paint & Hardware will have some super, first-time deals, and they will include much sought after items. Just one example will be 50% off ALL in stock Caldrea products. No exclusions, and no limits. Many other deals we’re not yet able to advertise. Come check us out!

914-861-2777

chappaquapandh.com


Eye Gallery

We will have a diverse array of frames on sale for up to 75% off! Come pick up a pair (or two or three) from your favorite designer including Dita, Thom Browne, Givenchy, Celine, Morgenthal Frederics, and more.

914 238-5600

eyegalleryny.com

Filed Under: Lifestyles with our Sponsors Tagged With: Aura Salon, bargains, Chappaqua, Chappaqua Cleaners and Tailors, Chappaqua Paint and Hardware, Desires by Mikolay, discounts, eye gallery, hip-kid, ICD Contemporary Jewelry, July, Modern Blow Dry Bar, Petticoat Lane, sale, Shop Local, Shopping, small biz, Summer Sidewalk Sales

Making Strides Holiday Boutique at Houlihan Lawrence: October 21

September 22, 2017 by The Inside Press

Please consider a visit to to the Making Strides Boutique on Saturday, October 21, 10 a.m., to 3 p.m., hosted by Houlihan Lawrence, 45 South Greeley Avenue in Chappaqua. There will be a raffle to purchase for prizes generously donated by area merchants, as well as a one-week stay at White Gate Cottage on Block Island.  Come meet vendors displaying their wares, including jewelry, handbags, children’s gifts and more. Jeanne Coon from the Houlihan Lawrence, Chappaqua office is leading the effort.

 

Filed Under: Happenings Tagged With: Holiday, houlihan, Houlihan Lawrence, Making Strides Boutique, Saturday, Shopping

One Stop Shopping for your Next Party

April 24, 2017 by Stacey Pfeffer

Claire Gilvar (left) and Meryl Lefkowitz
PHOTO BY PRETTY PICTURES PHOTOGRAPHY & MARKETING
If you’ve visited Bookedparties.com, you already know how easy it is to find that perfect venue or vendor that’s sure to make your child’s birthday party the talk of the town.

Now with the newly launched Booked Marketplace, one-stop shopping for party favors, unique gifts and party décor is right at your fingertips. Booked Marketplace features locally owned businesses selling everything from jewelry to custom cakes and everything in between.

Chappaqua’s own Claire Gilvar and Meryl Lefkowitz launched in August of 2015. Many of the featured merchants offer services such as free local delivery or pick up, gift-wrapping or personalization to help make gift giving or party planning effortless. Booked Marketplace also offers an opportunity to add a philanthropic twist to celebrations.

The Shop for a Cause storefront donates a portion of each sale to local charities supported by Booked Parties. “We know that celebrations are a luxury and it’s important to us to raise awareness and support local organizations whose mission it is to provide resources and help to children in need,” said Gilvar.

– Stacey Pfeffer

Filed Under: Momprenuers Tagged With: Booked Parties, parties, Shopping, venue

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