Around Town

Fall Family Fun: Apple Picking, Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes & more!
Your guide to apple picking, corn mazes, pumpkin patches and fall family activities in and around Westchester, NY!

Meet a Mom: Dr. Yael Markowicz
Dr. Yael Markowicz, a West Harrison mom and Doctor of Chinese medicine, shares with us her work she does at Touchstone Acupuncture and what brought her to the Sound Shore area.

“Blooms and Booze” Floral Workshops
We had an incredible time at The Flower Bar attending their “Blooms and Booze” Floral Workshop. The event featured a unique combination of flower arranging and mixology, where we learned how to create stunning floral arrangements inspired by a signature cocktail. This will be a monthly event!

2023-2024 Guide to Family Photographers
It’s the perfect time of year to capture those sweet family moments- and just in time for your end of year holiday cards. Rye & Rye Brook Moms, Scarsdale Moms and Sound Shore Moms have teamed up to put together a list of amazing local photographers for you to choose from.

Meet a Dad: Tucker Hastings of Gowan Group
Meet a Dad, Tucker Hastings, is a career-long educator, and part of the Gowan Group (@gowan_placement), an innovative Independent School consulting firm comprised of off former school leaders–people who have taught classes, coached teams, advised students and parents and as such know young people.

Interview with Brooke Haven: Design on a Budget
We interviewed Brooke Haven to learn more about her design philosophy, tips for designing on a budget and where to score big for your home!

Your Clutter May Be Costing You: Pressing Reset with Transpirational Spaces
We can all agree that there is a mental heaviness associated with a disorganized and cluttered home. But as a mom, how much is it costing you? Local mom Lauren Lennon, founder of the luxury home organization company Transpirational Spaces, provides us with easily executable best practices for moms to reclaim their space!

Meet a Mom: Dara Astmann
Dara Astmann is a certified professional coach and fellow Westchester mom who has helped many women in the Westchester area realign priorities and regain confidence in themselves after years spent focused on motherhood.

7 Ways to Help the Beautiful Monarch Butterfly!
The monarch butterfly is sadly in decline, but your family can help make a difference! Here are 7 ways to be a hero to the monarch butterfly.

Easy Weeknight Recipe: Mediterranean Chicken
Super simple, healthy recipe for Marinated Mediterranean Chicken!

After School Activity Guide
Rye & Rye Brook Moms, Scarsdale Moms and Sound Shore Moms have teamed up to bring you our After School Activity Guide for lower Westchester County!

Sound Bound Fishing Charters
Check out Sound Bound Fishing Charters! This makes a unique date night or parents night out, and it’s also such a fun adventure to take the kids on!

Meet a Mom: Caitlin Murray of Big Time Adulting!
Caitlin Murray of Big Time Adulting has 1 million followers on Instagram, a popular podcast and coined an iconic self-care catch phrase for moms: “get yourself a snack”. We asked Caitlin, who lives in Westchester, NY, about going viral, parenting strategies and more.

Mexican Street Corn Salad!
This Mexican Street Corn Salad is a crowd-pleaser for any summer barbecue. It lasts in the fridge for a few days, so make extra on the weekend for easy weekday lunches.

Back to School Backpack Roundup!
Whatever your price point, TLMN’s Top 6 Backpacks will make shopping a breeze!

Meet a Mom: Bethenny Frankel
In this week’s Meet a Mom, Bethenny shares about parenting a teenager, preparing her daughter for mean girls, and more.

Meet Lindsey Rickard, Chief Content Officer for Everipe Smoothies
We spoke with Lindsey Rickard, Mamaroneck Mom and Chief Content Officer for Everipe Smoothies. Read our interview to learn more about Lindsey and all about this smoothie brand that makes “eating well a little easier for everyone”.

Sweet Tea Sangria
Cheers to Summer! We love a good Sangria in the warmer weather, and depending on the setting or food pairing, have served it in white, red or rose varieties.

Summer Recipe Round-Up!
Summer is around the corner and the seasonal shortlist of recipes below will take you from Memorial Day to Labor Day. From potlucks to backyard barbecues, there’s something for everyone.

Meet a Mom: Dena Schumacher, Assistant Director of LMC Media
We spoke with Dena Schumacher, the Assistant Director of LMC Media. Their mission is to connect, create, and inform the community through the use of digital media.