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Welcome to our March/April 2026 Home & Design issue! 🏡 How is this different from other #home magazines? Instead of “show and tell” houses, we focused on the reality of actually living in your space. No house envy required. Here is what you can find inside this issue: ✨ Stylish guide to affordable #furniture finds from local experts like @knackofalltrades ✨ Smart home innovations with @juliabfeesir @rocks.jewelry_gifts_home and @entertainmenttechnologies ✨ Deep-dives on reframing your mindset and maximizing your joyspan with @the_gerontologist ✨ An exclusive puzzle from the crossword editor of the @nytimes Will Shortz (which we’re excited to announce a new puzzle will be available in every issue this year). 👉 If you’ve been dying to show off a furniture find, don’t miss out on our stories this weekend! We want to see and share your favorites. 🔗 Tap the link in our bio to read the digital edition before it hits your mailbox! #localconnections #connections #connecttomag

Can a simple game of ping-pong help manage Parkinson’s disease? 🏓 After a Parkinson's disease diagnosis stole his ability to play his signature guitar style, local musician @nenadbach discovered an unexpected therapy. Playing at the @westchestertabletennis in Pleasantville didn't just lift his spirits—it actively improved his motor skills, coordination and noticeably reduced his symptoms. Local neurologists explain that the high-intensity, visually stimulating sport acts as powerful physical therapy, engaging twitch muscles and helping to build new networking in the brain. Inspired by this incredible progress, @shortzwill and Bach launched @pingpongparkinson together. What began with six locals in Westchester has grown into a supportive global community with 500 chapters across 35 countries. Their weekly sessions combine table tennis with warm-ups, juggling and singing to help patients regain mobility, battle isolation, and rediscover joy. Tap the link in our bio to read the full, inspiring story in our latest Health Issue. #connecttomag #localconnections #connections #pingpong #parkinsons

It’s Monday, the perfect time to start planning the weekend. Here’s what’s happening near you. ☀️ 😂 Catch @hardheadedcomedy at a fundraiser in support of @sunflower_of_westchester Bold and inclusive comedy show from Luz Michelle for a good cause. 🌮 Food Truck Fridays with @pound.ridge.partnership Grab delicious bites and enjoy a fun family-friendly vibe at Scotts Corners. 🎢 Meet you at the Dragon Coaster this Saturday at @playlandparkofficialpage Get ready for the preseason opening and kick off a season full of rides, fun and waterfront memories. 🎭 Showing of "Outside Mullingar" at @schoolhousetheaterny Set in rural Ireland, Outside Mullingar is a witty, heartfelt romance full of missed chances, sharp humor and unexpected tenderness. 🎻 Summer Season at @caramoor (through Aug 2) 81 acres of open-air concerts & can’t-miss performances by Kelli O’Hara, Hélène Grimaud, Yuja Wang & more. 🎨 Exhibitions at @artswestchester (through Aug 2) Four powerful shows exploring identity, culture & community—including works by Rana Amirtahmasebi & Chimoa Nwana. 🍷 Sip and bite at @southsalemwinery Sip small-batch wines by John Vuolo & enjoy bites from chef Tracy Assue. 🖼️ Patrick Alston: Apertures at @heathergaudiofineart (May 2–June 13) A layered, color-driven show inspired by philosopher Alan Watts. Which of these are you doing this weekend? 👀 Plan ahead, grab tickets and make it happen. #connecttomag #localconnections #connections #theater #art #rollercoaster

Nothing to do this weekend? Now you do. Check out what's happening near you. ☀️ 🎻 Summer Season at @caramoor (through Aug 2) 81 acres of open-air concerts & can’t-miss performances by Kelli O’Hara, Hélène Grimaud, Yuja Wang & more. 🎨 Exhibitions at @artswestchester (through Aug 2) Four powerful shows exploring identity, culture & community—including works by Rana Amirtahmasebi & Chimoa Nwana. 🍷 Sip and bite at @southsalemwinery Sip small-batch wines by John Vuolo & enjoy bites from chef Tracy Assue. 🖼️ Patrick Alston: Apertures at @heathergaudiofineart (May 2–June 13) A layered, color-driven show inspired by philosopher Alan Watts. 😂 Catch @hardheadedcomedyinc at @captlawrence Bold and inclusive comedy show from Luz Michelle at Captain Lawrence. 🍷💐 Drag bingo mom or murder mystery mom? Find out at @aquilasnestvineyards (May 10) Mother’s Day your way—drag bingo or murder mystery. #connecttomag #localconnections #connections #comedy #art #mothersday

Our friends at @pound.ridge.partnership are back with their excellent #BakeOff and #ColorRun events this season. Register for these events today while space remains. The Color Run takes place on May 31. The Bake Off takes place on June 13. #poundridge #westchester #connecttolocal #connectto

From live music under the stars to art, comedy, wine + family fun—here’s what to do this month. ☀️ 🎻 Summer Season at @caramoor (through Aug 2) 81 acres of open-air concerts + can’t-miss performances by Kelli O’Hara, Hélène Grimaud, Yuja Wang & more. 🎨 Exhibitions at @artswestchester (through Aug 2) Four powerful shows exploring identity, culture + community—including works by Rana Amirtahmasebi + Chimoa Nwana. 🍷 Sip and bite at @southsalemwinery Sip small-batch wines by John Vuolo + enjoy bites from chef Tracy Assue. 🖼️ Patrick Alston: Apertures at @heathergaudiofineart (May 2–June 13) A layered, color-driven show inspired by philosopher Alan Watts. 😂 Catch @hardheadedcomedy at @captlawrence and @sunflower_of_westchester Catch bold, inclusive shows from Luz Michelle + don’t miss her album taping Nothing to Luz. 🍷💐 Drag bingo mom or murder mystery mom? Find outat  @aquilasnestwineyards (May 10) Mother’s Day your way—drag bingo OR murder mystery. 🎉 Fun events at @pound.ridge.partnership Food Truck Fridays, Color Run, bake-offs + live music all summer long. 🎢 Meet you at the Dragon Coaster at @playlandparkofficialpage (May 16–Sept 13) Classic rides, games + the iconic Dragon Coaster. 🚣 Hudson River Expeditions at @paddlehre (May–Oct) Kayak, camp + explore the Hudson like never before. 🎭 @schoolhousetheaterny presents Outside Mullingar (May 15–31) A witty, heartfelt Irish romance. ✨ Save this guide + plan your weekends now.

"Here it goes again!" The Pleasantville Music Festival is back for its 20th year, and of course we aren't going to miss it. This year's lineup has been announced (see our pretty video), and I think everyone will be pleased with the likes of @okgo @old97s @fixxonline and a whole bunch more. The P'ville Music Fest is one of the biggest and best music festivals in our community, and this year is shaping up to be the biggest of them all. Keep your eyes on our Instagram and social media for free tickets and other fun interviews and games in the coming days. See you July 11, 2026 at Parkway Field.

It was a beautiful opening and symposium this past week with our friends @magazzino and their new show for #TuttoBoetti. The show just started, and we encourage everyone to take the ride to Cold Spring for a visit. #coldspring #garrison @upstateartweekend

That's a wrap on the 17th Annual Katonah Chili Cook-Off! Congrats to our winners, including @captaincooksfood @brersbbq @barkandbrinebbq and @taconahcantina . Also a huge shout out to all of the competitors. We really don't know how to choose from such an amazing group. Also, a huge thank you to @katonahdaily and the great work that our friends at the Katonah Chamber of Commerce does for events like these. And of course a big thanks to everyone that bought a ticket and came out on Friday night for a good time. It was a blast. We'll see you for the 18th. #Katonah #katonahchilicookoff

A big congratulations to @katonahreadingroom and @katonahdaily on this beautiful mural. Working with @artists.for.humanity they finally unveiled this piece for yesterday’s Katonah Art Walk. At our magazine, we believe in more public art like this and applaud Gretchen and the team for making this one happen. Beautiful!

Congrats @captaincooksfood and to all the other amazing competitors. Helluva night 🌶️ @katonahdaily