Westchester Magazine

1 week ago | westchestermagazine.com | Alli Dempsey

When Lon Ballinger originally set out to write Party Boys, his intent was to give his grandchildren a document of his life working in entertainment. What started as a chronicle of his 30 years in the industry—including operating the world-renowned Webster Hall in Manhattan’s East Village with his three brothers—turned into an immersive, multifaceted book that has a little bit of something for every reader—from aspiring entrepreneurs to celebrity gossip fans to lovers of glitzy New York nightlife.

1 week ago | westchestermagazine.com | Jennifer Rose Rossano |Sabrina Sucato

Summer kicks off (officially) this week, but watermelons are already starting to pop up at grocery stores and markets around Westchester. With sunny days and hot temperatures coming our way in the very near future, here’s a refreshing salad for those summer evenings when you can’t be bothered to turn on the oven.

2 weeks ago | westchestermagazine.com | Cloey Callahan

Navigating your finances isn’t easy. It can cause headaches and number crunching that leave people feeling like giving up altogether. Setting up a future of success and less debt requires time and attention. With sometimes a steep learning curve, doing it alone feels daunting. That’s where the Mount Vernon Financial Empowerment Center comes in. “Financial literacy isn’t just a class,” says Ashley Britton, program manager at the Mount Vernon Financial Empowerment Center.

2 weeks ago | westchestermagazine.com | Jenn Andrlik

Indoor/Outdoor OasisThis gorgeous space is the perfect reprieve from the hot sun to watch a movie or grab a cold drink and relax. Tara Kantor, who designed the space for her own Scarsdale home, says her favorite part is the flow. “The pool is really close to the house, which makes it feel inviting,” says Kantor. “You can move easily from one area to the next, and everyone stays connected rather than spread out.”She was inspired by the layout of a friend’s home in the Hamptons.

3 weeks ago | westchestermagazine.com | Veronika Stetska

With summer just around the corner and kids out of school, it’s the perfect time to find the ideal summer camp. Whether you’re looking for half-day or full-day programs, Westchester offers a variety of camps tailored to different interest and activities. We’ve rounded up some of the top summer camps in the county to help you choose the best fit. Westchester County Parks Is your child fascinated by the beauty of the natural world?