An Elephant at the Museum

An Elephant at the Museum

Writing by Courtney Walker Artwork by Cameron Bly If you’re traveling anywhere near Somers, you’ve likely driven past the Elephant ...
Girl Dinners, Stupid Vampires and Talking Toys

Girl Dinners, Stupid Vampires and Talking Toys

Writing by Emma Richman Photography by Jennie Carr Meet Clara Barnickel who just started kindergarten at Bedford Hills Elementary. While ...
Power and Control

Power and Control

Writing by Ava Fleisher Artwork by Justin Negard According to the CDC, one in four women and one in seven ...
A Day in Queens

A Day in Queens

Writing & Photography by Justin Negard It’s a hot day on Roosevelt Avenue. The midday sun beams between the slats ...

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A Day with AI, Mad Libs Style

A Day with AI, Mad Libs Style

Writing by Ava Elghanayan If you’ve scrolled through YouTube lately, you’ve likely seen videos of people letting AI control their ...
A Day with Retro Technology

A Day with Retro Technology

Writing by Susan Trumpbour Im going back in time to an era where neon-colored spandex, big hair and acid wash ...
A Day without Technology

A Day without Technology

Writing by Alexa Berman I am addicted to my phone. I always succumb to that sweet dopamine hit from mindless reels ...
Out Loud: Waves

Out Loud: Waves

A song by Trevor Mason Founders’ note: Not everyone is born with the ability to use their voice. Not everyone ...
Dear Luz #12

Dear Luz #12

Writing  by Luz Michelle Photography by Justin Negard Dear Luz, I’m a college sophomore, and I’ve been taking Spanish for ...
Game On

Game On

Writing by Gia Miller Photography by Justin Negard In 2005, a group of teenagers strolled around Lexington, MA, staring at ...

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Inovine Scientific Meetings extends a warm invitation to the 2nd International Conference on Biotechnology and Bioengineering, a Hybrid Event scheduled…
 
Julie Benko: Cabaret in the Music Room | A Benefit Concert
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People Profiles

A Quick Connect with Jeremiah Abiah

A Quick Connect with Jeremiah Abiah

With four albums under his belt, along with nominations for a Grammy, Latin Grammy Award and NAACP Image Award, Jeremiah Abiah is a force in the music industry. Abiah has released both original songs as well as covers of artists, ranging from Nina Simone to Tina Turner. His work exhibits an extensive range – as does his voice. And, his ...
Quick Connect with Linda Murphy

Quick Connect with Linda Murphy

Writing  by Lindsey Gaynor Photography by Amy Drucker Exercise enthusiast Linda Murphy is introducing a new type of sweat to Katonah, incorporating different exercise styles into one studio – yoga, pilates and barre.  Her goal is to create an inclusive class environment and foster a community space to relax and reflect. And, she hopes you’ll get in touch with your ...
A Quick Connect with Andromeda Turre

A Quick Connect with Andromeda Turre

Andromeda Turre: a real-life wonder woman! Living right here in Katonah, Turre applies her artistic talent as a jazz vocalist and composer to her advocacy and activism work as chair of the Idea Committee, Bedford’s Diversity Equity and Inclusivity committee, and as the founder of Growing Up Jazz, an educational program that merges music and history. She also serves as ...

Life

Hey Harvest Fest, Blues Traveler Would Like Some Pita Chips, Please

Hey Harvest Fest, Blues Traveler Would Like Some Pita Chips, Please

When The Pound Ridge Partnership asked us if we’d like to interview Blues Traveler guitarist Chandler Kinchla (who goes by Chan), we said yes, of course. But what can you ask a band who has no secrets? In true Katonah Connect style, we created a dozen unconventional questions, and Chan happily played along. Forty minutes later, we’d covered everything from ...
A Day with Retro Technology

A Day with Retro Technology

Writing by Susan Trumpbour Im going back in time to an era where neon-colored spandex, big hair and acid wash ruled the day. Technology was noisy back then; there were loud buzzing alarm clocks, screeching and beeping fax machines and the clickity-clack of typewriters. Nevertheless, I’m taking a nostalgic adventure throughout my day, paying tribute to retro technology. I will ...
Copia Home & Garden: How Technology Enhances the Customer Experience

Copia Home & Garden: How Technology Enhances the Customer Experience

We asked a variety of local businesses the following question: “Our new website, Flora to You, helps our customers find exactly what they need.” – Jenn Cipriano, owner of Copia Home & Garden in South Salem I We have owned Copia Home & Garden for over a decade, and last year, we launched a new website, Flora to You. It ...

Bringing Charity Home

We proudly worked with local charities to bring attention to their well-deserved causes. Check out our day of glamour and fun.

Home & Garden

Copia Home & Garden: How Technology Enhances the Customer Experience

Copia Home & Garden: How Technology Enhances the Customer Experience

We asked a variety of local businesses the following question: “Our new website, Flora to You, helps our customers find exactly what they need.” – Jenn Cipriano, owner of Copia Home & Garden in South Salem I We have owned Copia Home & Garden for over a decade, and last year, we launched a new website, Flora to You. It ...
When it comes to gardening,  think natural tech before high tech

When it comes to gardening, think natural tech before high tech

Writing by Leslie Dock Photography by Julia Lea This summer was a hot one, punctuated by periods of drought and deluges of rain. When conditions lean toward the extreme, there are a host of challenges and concerns for gardeners. Luckily, it’s 2024 and technological developments in garden care abound. Whether you are new to plant care or a leather-necked vet, ...
Keep it Growing

Keep it Growing

Writing by Leslie Dock Artwork by Zoe Stevensy Tips for a consistent harvest Afew months ago, my brother asked me what farmers do during the winter. My immediate response was, “We rest.” Compared to the absurd amount of activity farmers engage in during the other nine months of the year, this statement is largely accurate. When not resting, a farmer ...

Cooking & Cocktails

A Taste of Home

A Taste of Home

Writing by Gia Miller Photography by Justin Negard When sisters Joana and Meto Herrera took over Armonk’s Mariachi Mexico from their father in 2013, they had one main goal: it should look, taste and sound just like home. During the restaurant’s long-standing January break, they transformed the Tex-Mex favorite into something that reminded them of Tlaxcuapan, the small town in ...
Spritz

Spritz

This is one of the most popular drinks on Jay Street Café’s spring and summer menu. Serves two. 2 oz. orange blossom pomegranate syrup 2 oz. elderflower liqueur, such as St. Germaine Prosecco Club soda Edible flowers for garnish Pour the first two ingredients evenly into two wine glasses. Add Prosecco, almost to the top. Top off with club soda, ...
Impossible Noodles

Impossible Noodles

Serves 2-3 people Ingredients 4 oz. dry Dandan noodles 1 lb. Impossible beef 2-3 Tbsp. chili oil, plus more for the noodles Cilantro Splash black vinegar Fried scallions Peanuts Fried Shallots (optional) 2 Tbsp of a neutral flavored such as canola or grapeseed oil 2 shallots Homemade chili oil (optional) 1 cup of a neutral flavored such as canola or ...
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Health & Wellness

Finding Hope

Finding Hope

Struggling with hard-to-treat depression, OCD, anxiety or pain? TMS can get you over that “hump.” Plus, promising signs for brain optimization in people with Autism. According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), pain, depression and anxiety are among the most common causes of years lived with disability in the U.S. Medication doesn’t always work. So, what can be done? ...
Saving lives, one kidney at a time

Saving lives, one kidney at a time

In the summer of 2007, South Salem resident Jennifer Flood, received a call from her sister Heather. Their father, who was diagnosed with chronic renal failure, needed a kidney within the next six months or he would need to begin dialysis. He was on a national waiting list, but the list was long – it would take two to six ...
Getting Personal

Getting Personal

By Gia Miller The year is 2040 and you receive a stage four cancer diagnosis. Your oncologist says you’ll need surgery, possibly an organ transplant and chemotherapy … but you should make a full recovery. She assures you she will virtually practice the surgery prior to your operation, and she tells you to make an appointment for stem cell harvesting ...

Events

Friends of Karen: 45 Years of Helping Families in Need

Friends of Karen: 45 Years of Helping Families in Need

By Emily Meehan Friends of Karen, a North Salem-based nonprofit that helps over 1,200 sick children and their families annually, is kicking off its 45th anniversary celebration on Thursday, July 13 at Captain Lawrence Barrel house in Mount Kisco. Their “Cheers From The Heart” celebration will be held from 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m., and everyone’s invited (you can purchase ...
A RARE Celebration

A RARE Celebration

by Emma Richman There’s a birthday party in town, and you’re all invited. The third annual RARE Community Event will be held on June 11th, 2023 at the newly renovated Lewisboro town park from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thanks in large part to Gossett Brothers Nursery, the main sponsor, this party will include pony rides, a disabled petting zoo, ...
Back to the 80s

Back to the 80s

I did it again – I went out! And I had a blast! My former middle school put on a show called “Back to the 80s.” I’d never heard of it, but I do love vintage Madonna. Plus, I knew some of my former castmates would want to see what John Jay Middle School is up to these days and ...

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