One of the most famous sentences in rock 'n' roll history came forth in 1968 from the typewriter of a critic named Langdon Winner.  Winner wrote: The closest Western Civilization has come to unity since the Congress of Vienna in 1815 was the week the Sgt. Pepper album was released.  At the time, I happened to be driving across country on Interstate 80.  In each city where I stopped for gas or food - Larmaie, Ogallala, Moline, South Bend - the melodies wafted in from some far-off transistor radio or portable hi-fi.  It was the most amazing thing I'd ever heard.  For a brief while the irreparably fragmented consciousness of the West was unified, at least in the minds of the young. Tonite I attended a lecture, at the Jacob Burns Film Center in Pleasantville,  NY, given by Scott Freiman, wh... 07/15/2014

OPEN HOUSE - SUNDAY, FEB 17th from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM - 76 Pleasant Avenue, Pleasantville, NY, 10570 Gorgeous Fully Renovated Pleasantville Home 76 Pleasant Avenue, Pleasantville, NY 10570 View Map Totally down-to-the-studs renovated 3 Bedroom, 2 full Bath Pre-War Home close to village & train. The first floor holds a beautiful new Kitchen with Stainless Steel appliances, granite counters, custom tile work and a door leading out to the deck and backyard. The entrance hall leads to a spacious Living Room complete with a wood-burning fireplace. A wide opening connects the Living Room with the formal Dining Room. The brandnew and striking full Hall Bathroom is located right next to the Master Bedroom Suite which boasts double closets (his & hers) and a good size Sitting Room / Den which co... 02/14/2013

Radiant heated floors | Pleasantville NY 10570 | Perfect for bathrooms, kitchens, basement and sun rooms Are your feet cold in the winter?  If you have tile floors or rooms that tend to be cold in the winter, radiant heat flooring may be a great option for you.  Heated floors provide a level of comfort and luxury and once you've experienced them, you'll never want to go back!  They are the perfect addition to your home in Pleasantville. If you are installing new floors for your home in Pleasantville NY, consider adding radiant heat.  Whether it's tile flooring (ceramic, porcelain, natural stone), hardwood, laminate and floating floors, cork or even carpet, radiant heated floors are a wonderful option.  The experts at Floor Coverings International can help you find the both ideal floorin... 11/25/2012

The Iron Horse Grill in Pleasantville NY is one of our family's favorite restaurants.  It's housed in the historic 1904 former Pleasantville Train Station building.  The 2011 Zagat Survey has described the food as "extraordinary to perfection". They call it a "class act" that "stands out" for it's "superb seasonal cuisine", "dedicated staff" and "quaint setting..  It's an intimate setting and only seats 60 (so make your reservations...it's well worth it).   We have been to the Iron Horse Grill the last 2 years in a row for my dad's birthday.  He goes there often...and they all know his name. My dad even ran into someone he knew, so it made the evening extra nice. Phil McGrath is the owner and chef and gives the restaurant a real personal touch.  He even recognzes my dad and knows what k... 06/25/2012

Selecting carpet for your home in Pleasantville NY has never been easier...now, you can Shop at Home for your carpeting in Westchester NY. Have you ever gone to a carpet store and just felt lost and overwhelmed?  Sometimes, there are so many options that you don't even know where to start.  Sometimes, you may go into a store and find so many choices that you leave more confused than you felt when you entered?  How do you know what's the best type of carpet for your home in Pleasantville NY?  What's the right one for your budget?  And, what's the right color? We make shopping for carpeting fun and easy. Everything starts with the area you are looking to carpet.  Is it for a bedroom or a lviing room or a family room or basement or the step?  Different rooms require different types of carp... 03/22/2012

Are you looking to sand and refinish hardwood floors in Pleasantville NY?   It's amazing what a difference refinishing your hardwood flooring can make.  Your floors will look brand new and you even have the option to change the color.  You can go light, dark, mid tones, or red tones. It can really give your home (or room) a whole new look.   If you have hardwood underneath your carpets, we can restore the beauty of the hardwood underneath. It's amazing what a big difference this can make in your home.  And, believe it or not, it is usually less expensive to refinish your floors than to recarpet.  Refinishing your wood floors will also improve your home's value and it will be easier to clean and maintain.   At Floor Coverings International, we are a shop at home service.  We will bring t... 02/14/2012

I have often said that nearby Pleasantville is aptly named. It borders Briarcliff Manor to the east and is idyllic: a picturesque, charming little village on the Harlem line of Metro North with shops, eateries, and culture. The latest feather in the village's cap is that GQ magazine voted it the second best smelling city in the world.  Good for them. I'm no expert on aroma but I can tell you that living in Pleasantville would never stink. My first job ever, which paid for my junior prom in 1984, was washing dishes at Pace University. When I took a year sabbatical from life in 2000 before I got married I tended bar at Mediterraneo. As a matter of fact, I proposed to Ann over a nice meal from Mediterraneo, but it was takeout. They still get credit. I meet every other Friday at Jean Jacque... 02/02/2012

It's a great time to buy flooring for your home in Westchester County...Let me count the ways. Thankfully, we have been super busy, and many customers have been coming out of the woodworks lately.  We've gotten many calls from customers from 1- 2 yrs ago and yes, they are finally ready to buy their floors. It's very exciting. Some of them have needed time to save up the money; others have recently refinanced and now have some extra money on hand to do the much needed and desired improvements to their homes. It's a wonderful time to improve your Westchester Home. First, prices are incredibly reasonable right now.  Because the demand has been a bit more limited these last few years and because homeowners are getting multiple bids, most prices are competitive in the market place - both on ... 10/23/2011

Are you looking for flooring for your Westchester home in Pleasantville NY 10570? We know there are many choices..and sometimes the process can feel overwhelming. Whether you're looking for hardwood floors, tile, carpet, laminate flooring, or if you just want to refinish your hardwood floors, Floor Coverings International can help make the process fun and simple. We are a shop at home service. Our tagline is "We bring the store your door." This is important because first, you can see the colors in your lighting and color coordinate with paint color, cabinets and furniture. Second, it allows us to provide a true estimate for you. And, third, of course it is more convenient this way. We provide guidance - Which is the best type of flooring for your environment and your budget? We'll help ... 08/23/2011

Pleasantville's real estate market for the second quarter of 2011 is an analysis of single family home activity for the period April 1, 2011 to June 30, 2011 for the Pleasantville school district. All information is derived from the Empire Access MLS.  For the second quarter of 2011, Pleasantville had 12 closings at a median price of $445,000. For the same period in 2010, there were 13 closings at a median price of $535,000.  That is a significant drop in median price. To appreciate how far down prices have come, in 2004, there were 22 closings at a median price of $647,500. From the peak, Pleasantville is down over $200,000 in median price.  There are 72 homes for sale now at a median asking price of $604,200. That is almost 2 years of inventory.  The light at the end of the tunnel for... 07/17/2011

Some of you may recall a post I wrote last month I went to the chiropractor today - unplanned.  In this, I explained how it seemed like fate with this customer...that through a seires of accidents, we were meant to help each other.  Well, here is the outcome. 1.  We are going to redo her floors - about 1,000 sf 2.  I'm going to become a client of hers...her adjustment from last time has already improved my health.  And, my insurance will cover most of it...so in about 2 weeks I'll be seeing her again. 3.  She is going to put my cards out in her office (along w/ coupons) for her clients to see 4.  She is going to attend my BNI as it might help her grow her business. 5.  I'm going to blog about her soon...and hoping to get some good ranking for her for google. (Just like Katerina did for ... 05/24/2011

27 Hillside Ave Pleasantville, NY 10570 Pleasantville, NY 10570 - 4 Bedroom Luxury Home For Rent Luxurious, Spacious, Updated, Renovated - Beautiful Pleasantville NY Chalet Style Residence For Rent. Close to all Westchester & Pleasantville have to offer! Interior Features: Family Room, Basement, Appliances, Den/Office, Dining Room, Central Air, Pantry, Walk-In Closet, Fireplace, Hardwood Floors, Main Floor Bathroom, Laundry Room, Forced Air. Exterior Features: Deck/Patio, Large Fenced Yard. Community Features: Recreation Facilities Custom Features: Style : Contemporary Chalet Price: $4,600 / Month Type: House for Rent Floors: Multiple Parking/Garage: 2 Bedrooms: 4 Baths:3 Half Baths:1 Square Feet: 2600 Year Built: 1965 MLS #: 3103335 www.phyllislerner.com For more information contact: ... 05/23/2011

Are you looking for tile flooring and installation for your home in Pleasantville NY? Whether it’s a kitchen floor, bathroom floors and walls, an entry way or mudroom, or even a Kitchen tile backsplash,we can help you at Floor Coverings International. We understand that it can be challenging to find the right type of tile for your floors, walls and backsplashes. What’s the right type of tile – ceramic, porcelain, tumbled natural stone, marble or granite? What’s the best style and color? What types are easiest to clean. Many customers seemed to get overwhelmed when they visit a tile store. Well here’s where we can help. Floor Coverings International makes it simple by “bringing the store to your door.” That way, you can see the samples in your own lighting and color coordinate with your... 05/13/2011

Pleasantville Day 2011 This year Pleasantville Day will be held on Saturday, May 14th from 10am to 4pm at Memorial Plaza (next to the train station). Come and enjoy a community event for a day full of activities, games, rides, and food. 04/28/2011

Pleasantville, NY Real Estate Market First Quarter 2011 This is the market report for single family homes sold in the Pleasantville school district for the first quarter of 2011. All information is sourced fom the Empire Access Multiple Listing Service.  In the first quarter of 2011, there were 8 closings with a median sale price of $511,250.  In the first quarter of 2010, there were 2 closings with a median sale price of $662,500.  6 homes are currently under contract at a median asking price of $462,111. This tells me that the activity is not letting up- buyers are making deals. 54 homes are active on the market and available ranging from $299,000 to $998,000. If you'd like to search for a home in Pleasantville or just see where home values are going, get yourself a free listingbook a... 04/05/2011

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Are you looking for laminate flooring for your home in Pleasantville NY? We know it can be challenging to figure out which flooring is right for your space and whether a laminate floor is right for you. Which wood species and color will look best? Which ones work with your budget? Who should you have install the laminate floors? What is a floating floor? Well here's where we can help. We make finding laminate flooring simple. We "bring the store to your door." That way, you can see the samples in your own lighting - the way it will look in real life. We'll help you color coordinate with your paint and furniture colors. We'll explain what a floating floor is and, we'll help you figure out whether laminate flooring makes sense for you and your budget. If you want, we can even show you har... 03/08/2011

$568,000 buys a nice pre-war colonial with a big yard. This particular home dates to 1919 and has 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a formal dining room, and both a rear and side porch. The character of the period has been preserved very well over the decades.  Inside it has beautiful hardwoods, lots of period woodwork and crown molding, plenty of windows (bay windows in both the living and dining room) and a great fireplace mantle in the living room.  Overall it is about 2000 square feet and has a yard of over half an acre. We just had a client close on it a few days ago, and we wish Jim every happiness in his new home. Since Pleasantville is close, we are also happy to welcome a new neighbor.  If you'd like to find a nice home like this in Pleasantville or any other town in Westchester, get y... 01/27/2011

Are you looking for carpeting for your home in Pleasantville NY? Whether you're looking for carpeting for your bedroom, living room, family room or basement or even the whole house, we know it can be challenging to find the right carpet. How do you know which type of carpet is best for each setting? Which is right for your home and your budget? Which types are better for steps and high traffic areas? Which colors work best? Which ones last longer and which hide or repel dirt the best? Who should you have install your carpet? There's really a lot to consider and sometimes it gets overwhelming and more confusing when you go to a store. Well here's where we can help. We make finding carpeting simple. We "bring the store to your door." That way, you can see the samples in your own lighting ... 01/26/2011

One of my favorite places to go in Pleasantville  is Prospero Winery. Located a short walk from the Pleasantville stop on Metro-North at 134 Marble Avenue, Prospero is a small family owned winery, store and tasting room.  After having been to the North Fork of Long Island's wine country and the famed Napa Valley, Prospero is still one of my favorite tasting rooms. The staff is always friendly and knowledgable. In 1973, the Prospero family from L'Aquila, Italy opened a fruit and vegetable stand in Pleasantville and began selling fruit, vegetables and California wine grapes. The grapes were a big hit among home wine makers and they began selling home wine making equipment. In 1999 a winery and tasting room was opened on the original site of the fruit and vegetable stand. The tasting room... 12/11/2010