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Westchester Mom Solves 'Dollar Dilemma' With Book Teaching Value Of Money Westchester Mom Solves 'Dollar Dilemma' With Book Teaching Value Of Money
Westchester Mom Solves 'Dollar Dilemma' With Book Teaching Value Of Money SCARSDALE, N.Y. -- Want to teach your kids the value of money but unsure when to start the conversation? How about now, when they are young? That's the mission behind "Zac's Dollar Dilemma," a new children's book by Scarsdale resident and Wealth Manager Rachel Gottlieb.  The first-time author, who's book is out this month hopes her story helps parents teach their kids about money in a fun and engaging way. The book is intended for children in preschool and elementary school and is written in a way that kids can understand. The mom of two was inspired by her 4-year-old son, Zac.  …
Scarsdale Mom Publishes First Book In Effort To Teach Kids About Money Scarsdale Mom Publishes First Book In Effort To Teach Kids About Money
Scarsdale Mom Publishes First Book In Effort To Teach Kids About Money SCARSDALE, N.Y.- Scarsdale resident Rachel Gottlieb is marrying her two passions with "Zac's Dollar Dilemma," a new children's book due out in August.  The first-time author who's day job is as a wealth manager, hopes her story helps parents teach their kids the value of a dollar. The book is intended for children in preschool and elementary school.  Her goal, said the mom of two, is to introduce the topic of managing money in a fun and engaging way that kids can understand. She was inspired by her 4-year-old son, Zac.  “Zac has no idea about money, and I wanted to start teaching…
Rhinebeck's Maeve Cruikshank 'Rides' Her Way To College Rhinebeck's Maeve Cruikshank 'Rides' Her Way To College
Rhinebeck's Maeve Cruikshank 'Rides' Her Way To College RHINEBECK, N.Y. -- For Rhinebeck High School senior, Maeve Cruikshank, exposure to horses was inevitable. Given that her mother was the director of a non-profit equestrian facility, and her family lived on the property, it's no surprise Cruikshank took to horse riding.  Cruikshank has always ridden at the Southlands Foundation in Rhinebeck where her mother worked. According to Cruikshank, it's been like a second home.  "All of the people there are like family. I’ve made some of my closest friends there," she said. "It’s really an amazing place." This accomplished rider …
Dedication To Academics Pays Off For Spring Valley College Grad Dedication To Academics Pays Off For Spring Valley College Grad
Dedication To Academics Pays Off For Spring Valley College Grad ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- It's not every recent college grad that can say he met the President and First Lady. But Jourdan Henry, who graduated summa cum laude from Howard University in May, said his steadfast focus on academics and extracurriculars helped land him invaluable internships and even an invite to last year's White House Correspondents' Dinner.  After winning a $7,000 Harry S. McAlpin, Jr. Scholarship, Henry was honored at the White House. It was, said the Spring Valley resident, among the most memorable moments in his life. Before the dinner, Henry was joined in the reception ar…
Poughkeepsie Salon Puts 'Mane' Focus On Dedication, Sustainability Poughkeepsie Salon Puts 'Mane' Focus On Dedication, Sustainability
Poughkeepsie Salon Puts 'Mane' Focus On Dedication, Sustainability POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- Ten years is a milestone in any business and at Bella Luci Salon Owner Rebecca Lee credits her success to her dedication and devotion to clients, as well as a commitment to go "green." Lee, who's been at her Liberty Street location five years (as well as five years in a previous Poughkeepsie location), takes care in training and educating her team, so that everyone can perform the services offered at the salon seamlessly. "The client is our first priority and since the entire team is so educated and well versed in service technique, our clients can feel c…
All Paws In Rye Thrives Thanks To Owner's Pet Expertise All Paws In Rye Thrives Thanks To Owner's Pet Expertise
All Paws In Rye Thrives Thanks To Owner's Pet Expertise RYE, N.Y. -- Claudia Baker says it's her personal attention to detail and top quality products that helps make her Rye gourmet pet store, All Paws, a popular destination for pet lovers. Baker, who's owned the store for nine years -- it's been in business for 14 -- said she spends a lot of time researching dog food, so she can point her customers in the right direction based on their pet's needs. "That's my cornerstone," she said. What further separates All Paws from chain stores is her dedication to stocking her store with the healthiest, most natural treats. Baker revamped her tr…
North Salem Studio 'Rides' Wave Of Success Thanks To Equestrian Clientele North Salem Studio 'Rides' Wave Of Success Thanks To Equestrian Clientele
North Salem Studio 'Rides' Wave Of Success Thanks To Equestrian Clientele NORTH SALEM, N.Y. -- Simone Gell , owner of The Mane Barre Studio on 2 Keeler Lane in North Salem, may have started her business with equestrians in mind, but her classes help athletes in all sports. The method she teaches aids in strengthening, flexibility, posture, and alignment, which anyone can benefit from. An avid rider, Gell opened her business in September 2015 after studying the barre method for 10 years. When she saw her equestrian abilities increase exponentially as a result of her studio work, she realized she had the seeds for a business. "The method of barre focuses on sm…
Stamford Adventurer To Address Appalachian Mountain Club In Bethel Stamford Adventurer To Address Appalachian Mountain Club In Bethel
Stamford Adventurer To Address Appalachian Mountain Club In Bethel BETHEL, Conn. — Adventurer, traveler and photographer David Roberts will make an audio-visual presentation entitled, “It’s a Wild, Wild World” to the Appalachian Mountain Club on Tuesday, June 14 at St. Thomas Church in Bethel. Stamford-based David Roberts is a retired corporate executive who has traveled to nearly 70 countries and every continent to explore and photograph various natural landscapes. Roberts has given more than 20 presentations at AMC events. His latest presentation will feature landscapes, people, and wildlife from Africa, North and South America, Asia, the Arctic, and Ant…
Pawling Resident Pours Heart, Soul Into Bakery's Success Pawling Resident Pours Heart, Soul Into Bakery's Success
Pawling Resident Pours Heart, Soul Into Bakery's Success PAWLING, N.Y.- Ria Fazio, owner of The Bakeria in Pawling, prides herself on her ability to make delectable items that are as gorgeous as they are delicious, including her custom-made one-of-a-kind cakes. Most importantly, she serves "food the way you remember it" without stabilizers, preservatives, and chemicals. A self-taught baker, Fazio grew up making cakes for her family with recipes passed down from generation to generation. Along that same old-fashion vein, her story began with a home business that steadily grew to the point where she had to get out of her kitchen. So, she …
Rye High School Twins Excel In Individual Endeavors Rye High School Twins Excel In Individual Endeavors
Rye High School Twins Excel In Individual Endeavors RYE, N.Y. - Despite being the same age and having the same last name, Rye High School seniors and fraternal twins, Avery and Julia Stern, are two very different people. Each girl has her own interests, but both have accomplished equally great feats and made an impact on the Rye community.  Both are on the Rye High School Girls Lacrosse team, which lost in the sectional quarterfinals this past Monday, May 21 in a hard-fought battle against higher-ranked Yorktown.  But lacrosse is not their only talent. The twins have been dancing for the Rye School of Dance (RSOD) since they were in kinderga…
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