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Jeanne Muchnick

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Jeanne Muchnick, Daily Voice Deputy Editor, Content, has covered everything from baby advice for Parents Magazine to travel finds for The Rough Guides to human interest features for The New York Times to lifestyle insights for prevention.com. She has been a Senior Editor at top national women's magazines including Woman's World and Woman's Day and was instrumental in the launch of Gannett's InTown, Rockland and Putnam magazines. She is also the author of Dinner for Busy Moms, a 2010 Mom's Award winner. Among her favorite things to write about: Her neighbors and surrounding communities. So email her and fill her in on what's happening near you. And, follow her on Instagram @dailyvoicefeatures.

Jeanne was formerly a deputy editor at Daily Voice.

Jeanne Muchnick's Contributions

Neighbors

Fairfield County Residents Follow Stamford 'Paperpreneur' To Westport STAMFORD, Conn. -- Phyllis DeNicola admits she wasn't sure what she was going to do when Milestones closed in New Canaan. For stationery lovers who followed the store --- it was there more than 12 years and catered to thousands of locals over countless occasions -- DeNicola, who lives in Stamford, was a constant presence. “I helped the Mulherns set up Milestones for its grand opening, and I was there on the final day that they closed the shop doors for good," she said. But, like anyone of a certain age knows, when one door closes another opens. For DeNicola it was a meeting with Shar…

by Jeanne Muchnick

04/21/2017

Events

Fertility Help Is Here With Free Informational Spa Day In Stamford STAMFORD, Conn. -- Couples challenged with infertility are invited to a free Fertility Spa Day in Stamford. WHY: 15 percent of couples in America struggle with infertility. WHEN: Saturday, April 22, 9 a.m. to noon WHERE: Bank Street Events, 65 Bank St. RAFFLE: One attendee will be chosen to win one free cycle of In Vitro (a value of $12,000 to $30,0000) The event, sponsored New England Fertility Institute, is being held in conjunction with National Infertility Awareness Week which runs April 23 to 30. The goal is to educate folks about the modern therapies that can help improve chances …

by Daily Voice

04/21/2017

Lifestyle

Capturing A Unicorn: Rye Residents On The New Starbucks Frappuccino RYE, N.Y. -- Starbuck's new limited edition unicorn frappuccino is getting a lot of buzz on social media and in particular on Instagram where its multi-colored pastel hues make for a great photo opp. But in a Rye Starbucks on an overcast Thursday morning, most folks were sticking to their usual orders. Many said it's something they'd get for their kids but looked too sweet for them. "How many calories are in something like that?" asked Jon Watnick of Rye, who was busy sipping his back decaf. "It looks interesting but it's something my 11-year-old daughter would like, not me.&…

by Jeanne Muchnick

04/20/2017

Neighbors

Looking For A 'Shark': Bedford Mom, Mount Kisco Daughter Audition For Show WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Two Westchester women are hoping to get their tote bags noticed on "Shark Tank." Laura Massari of Mount Kisco and her mom, Cindy Massari of Katonah, recently auditioned for the ABC show to raise capital for their line, The Flip Flop Bitch. Laura calls the bag, which was featured on "The Today Show," and "Rachael Ray," a hobo style tote that comes folded up in a matching wristlet. There are sparkly totes for parties and vegan leather totes for everyday use. One was even overnighted to an Oscar VIP attendee during awards season. "…

by Jeanne Muchnick

04/20/2017

Lifestyle

Does Sal's Pizza In Mamaroneck Have The DVlicious Best? MAMARONECK, N.Y. -- Bright plum-tomato sauce, puddles of melted mozzarella, a perfectly charred crust … does life get any better with the perfect slice in front of you? We think not. Four finalists are vying for Westchester’s DVlicious "Best Pizza," each of which is being profiled this week. Click and vote for your favorite – you have until 4 p.m. Thursday, April 27 and you can vote multiple times, albeit once per day. But before that, grab some Parmesan and read on. Sal's Pizza, Mamaroneck What Makes It Good: Fifty-two years of business, quality ingredients and -- some say --…

by Daily Voice

04/20/2017

Business

Brooklyn Meets Mamaroneck In Art-Filled Bott Shoppe MAMARONECK, N.Y. -- Laura Saravia Bott wanted to bring a bit of Brooklyn to Westchester. And so, after experimenting with a pop-up in November 2015, The Bott Shoppe, which provides art-based goods, services and events, is now a permanent fixture; a combination design studio, gift shop, art gallery and events space all rolled into one. To that end, the store is all about being a community-based retailer that not only provides goods, but offers a multi-revenue stream for the creative arts. The shop boasts graphic design services, hosts art shows, sells handmade goods from local makers, feat…

by Jeanne Muchnick

04/20/2017

Neighbors

Oh, Baby: New City Actress Performs In Fairfield County NEW CITY, N.Y. -- New City actress Lisa Spielman is returning to the stage in the spring musical, "Baby," written by Richard Maltby, Jr. and David Shire. The production, directed by Carin Zakes and produced by Nova Hall, at the Darien Arts Center (DAC) in Darien, Conn, is being showcased April 21, 22, 28, 29 and May 5 and 6 at 8 p.m., and April 23 and 30 at 2 p.m. in the theater's Weatherstone Studio. The story examines how parents-to-be experience the emotional stresses and triumphs, as well as the desperate lows and comic highs that accompany the anticipation and arrival of a …

by Jeanne Muchnick

04/20/2017

Neighbors

Oh, Baby: Eastchester Actress Performs In Fairfield County EASTCHESTER, N.Y. --- Three Westchester actors -- Eastchester's Danielle Valdes and Port Chester's Peter Green and Jeffery Aldana -- are returning to the stage in the spring musical, "Baby," written by Richard Maltby, Jr. and David Shire. The production, directed by Carin Zakes and produced by Nova Hall, at the Darien Arts Center (DAC) in Darien, Conn, is being showcased April 21, 22, 28, 29 and May 5 and 6 at 8 p.m., and April 23 and 30 at 2 p.m. in the theater's Weatherstone Studio. The story examines how parents-to-be experience the emotional stresses and triumphs, as well as t…

by Jeanne Muchnick

04/20/2017

Lifestyle

Pie Oh My: Westport's Tarry Lodge Vies For DVlicious 'Best Pizza' WESTPORT, Conn. -- Bright plum-tomato sauce, puddles of melted mozzarella, a perfectly charred crust … does life get any better with the perfect slice in front of you? We think not. Five finalists are vying for Fairfield County's DVlicious "Best Pizza," each of which is being profiled this week. Click and vote for your favorite – you have until 4 p.m. Thursday, April 27 and you can vote multiple times, albeit once per day. But before that, grab some Parmesan and read on. Tarry Lodge, Westport What Makes It Good: Intriguing combinations -- think Neapolitan-style pizza with goat …

by Daily Voice

04/20/2017

Real Estate

Bronxville Home On Market For $5.3M Featured On TV Show 'Living Large' WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- If a hillside Tudor in Bronxville looks familiar, that's because it recently had its 15 minutes (or more) of fame. The home, at 29 Prescott Avenue, was featured on CBS New York’s “Living Large.” The segment followed Listing Agent Kathleen Collins of the Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty Bronxville office and reporter Emily Smith on a tour throughout the home, which is currently on the market for $5,300,000. Located in the town's historic and sought after Lawrence Park Hilltop enclave, the home enjoys commanding views as far as the Manhattan skyline alon…

by Daily Voice

04/19/2017

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