​1 in every 10 youth in the U.S. has a mental health challenge with the potential to severely impair them during their lifetimes. We ride to empower today’s youth in New York with the resources they deserve.
 
Children’s mental health impacts all of us – every community, every school, and every family is touched by it in some way. Nearly 30% of parents report that removing children from social environments due to the Coronavirus/COVID-19 has had a negative effect on their children’s mental health and wellbeing. Returning them to a school year full of unknowns means they need even more mental health supports than ever.
 
Although this year's ride will look different, your support is needed now more than ever. Help us raise awareness, fundraise, and ride to help young New Yorkers thrive. From September 13th to the 30th, join us for:

• Online workshops where mental health professionals discuss children’s mental health and answer your questions.
• A tour of a children’s residential program with staff discussing how they’re help children thrive during COVID-19
• An exciting closing celebration where we’ll thank you, share how your support is helping young New Yorkers thrive, and celebrate the top teams and individuals.

 
Where Does the Money Raised Go?
Funds raised through Cycle of Support go to The Jewish Board, a nonprofit dedicated to helping children of all religions, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, and gender identifications across the five boroughs of New York City and Westchester. These critical programs:

• Provide abused kids who can’t live at home, a safe and supportive residence to recover
• Protect children who have experienced domestic violence and get them on a path to recovery
• Develop stronger, healthier parent and child relationships through counseling services
• Fund services to keep children with their families that are facing challenges
• Ensure kids can go to school and focus on learning in a positive environment.
• Fund different early childhood centers from Harlem to Brownsville and Coney Island, so that parents can build strong and safe bonds with their children
• Ensure that children get the psychiatric treatment they need when they are facing serious mental illnesses
• Empower us to proactively address one of NYC’s major health challenges: access to high-quality mental health services.

 
We hope you’ll join us and hundreds of others who want to ensure children throughout our area feel safe, secure, and supported.

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There's something new on Central Avenue in Scarsdale. Welcome Long Island Bagel Café (LIBC). 

As a busy mom I am always looking for convenient places to get delicious to-go food with my family. LIBC has become my new go-to spot. This clean and modern eat-in or take out bagel cafe is not your ordinary bagel store.

First, there are so many bagel choices! Everything from french toast bagels to rainbow bagels and all the traditional favorites, like egg, sesame and everything. The bagels are hand-rolled and fresh baked and come in different shapes and sizes including standard bagels, mini bagels and flagels. 

Second, they have tons of healthy choices and hot food choices so everyone in the family can get what they want under one roof. There are prepared gourmet salads and spreads, fresh create your own chopped salads, delicious sandwiches, eggs, wraps and paninis, daily soups, an on-site bakery and a hot food grill.  They offer low carb, vegetarian and gluten free options as well.  It's really a one stop shop to please the whole family before a trip to the beach, a picnic at the park or to bring home. If you are planning to host an event you can get everything you need in one place. 

Third, the space is new, clean, sleek and pleasant. LIBC is conveniently located in the Archway Shopping Center. Easy parking, indoor dining, and a few picnic tables outside if you prefer.

There were no other establishments quite like it in the area. Franchise Owner/Operator, Michael Stern says, “LIBC is unique and exactly what this area needs. Our address is 365 Central Park Avenue and that is perfect because we will be open 365 days of the year.” As with its sister stores, LIBC Scarsdale intends to plant deep roots in the community and become a long standing business here for years to come. LIBC also has eight highly successful stores on Long Island for the past 20 years. This is their first location in Westchester County.

The store opens daily at 5:30am and closes at 6pm. Visit LIBC today at 365 Central Park Avenue, Scarsdale NY 10583, call to place your order 914-607-7172. Website: Libc.com.

LIBC is offering Westchester NY Moms readers a free cup of coffee until September 9, 2020. Just mention this article!

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Good news, The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze, is a go for fall 2020!

Tickets are already in pre-sale for members and Twitter followers. Tickets officially go on sale tomorrow, August 25. The Blaze is a very popular event that typically sells out and requires advance purchase tickets so if you are interested this is the time to reserve yours.  Tickets are $32 per child (3-17) and $40 per adult.

Located at Van Cortlandt Manor in Croton-on-Hudson, NY, The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze is a breathtaking display of more than 7,000 illuminated jack o’lanterns. This year the event runs from September 18- October 31; November 1; 6-8; 13-15; 20-21.
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​The Blaze is operating in strict compliance with New York State-issued “Low-Risk Outdoor Arts & Entertainment Guidelines.” To ensure the safety and enjoyment visitors, Historic Hudson Valley is limiting capacity. By purchasing a ticket, visitors agree to follow our COVID Courtesy Code, which includes wearing a mask and maintaining at least six feet of social distance. 

New this year, tickets are exchangeable to another date/time slot if that date/time has availability, up to 72 hours in advance of your reserved time slot. There is a $2 per ticket exchange fee. 

If you have not been to this before, you could equate it to the New York Botanical Garden's Holiday Train Show in the sense that this is a seasonal display of sculptures built out of plants, in this case pumpkins. What makes this event even more spectacular is the nighttime ambiance, featuring synchronized lighting and thousands of glowing pumpkins. Amazingly, all of the displays, including 7,000 hand-carved jack o’lanterns, are designed and hand-carved on site.  New for 2020, a fire truck—making a special rescue—and witches stirring up a spell.

​Unlike many other Halloween spectaculars and events, this one is very family friendly and appropriate for kids and adults of all ages-- assuming your children can handle staying up. For the early birds, you could consider going later in the season when the sun sets earlier and show times begin as early as 6:00pm. There are no scary zombies or haunted creatures lurking in the shadows. You can walk through the entire display in about 30-45 minutes. Enjoy!
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The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze 2019 

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Apple picking season is here! It's the perfect way to get outside and have some socially distanced fun with your family. Sadly this year will not be filled with hayrides, bounce houses and festivals. But there will be live music, farm animals, corn mazes and other safe attractions that the whole family can enjoy. 

We've rounded up a list of nearby apple orchards that local moms in Westchester County, NY recommend. For each upstate NY farm we have highlighted their opening day for apple picking and specifics around reservations, distancing, events and more. Enjoy!

Harvest Moon Farm & Orchard
130 Hardscrabble Road, North Salem, NY  (Westchester County)

Harvest Moon is a local favorite. It is a family owned and operated farm market and U-Pick fruit and apple orchard in Westchester County. Typically it is open seasonally April-December. During the Fall they do pick-your-own apples and pears and throw a Fall Festival every weekend from Labor Day to Halloween.

Fall 2020 COVID-19 Status: Apple picking begins Saturday, September 5th and runs through the end of October. All apple picking is by reservation only, during weekends, in season. The store and orchard will be open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 9am - 5pm. Online reservations will open on Wednesday, August 26th. There will not be any fall festival activities this year. Due to government regulations in New York State, your visit may not exceed two hours. Additional safety guidelines are provided on their website. 

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Outhouse Orchards
139 Hardscrabble Rd, North Salem, NY (Westchester County)
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A seasonal orchard open only in the fall for apples, peaches and pumpkin picking. Donuts, pies, corn maze, live music and more will be available in September and October.

Fall 2020 COVID-19 Status:  No information is available at this time. Check their Facebook page for updates.

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​Stuart's Fruit Farm
62 Granite Springs Road, Granite Springs, NY (Westchester County)
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Stuart's Fruit Farm is a family-operated farm since 1828 located in Westchester County, New York. Seasonally they offer a varied selection of flowers and vegetable plants in the spring, apple and peach picking as well as a pumpkin patch in the fall, and Christmas trees in the winter. Stuart’s has a very “home-like” feel.

Fall 2020 COVID-19 Status: Apple picking begins September 5th. Reservations are not available or required. Social distancing and masks are a must. The Corn Maze will be open on the weekends. Due to social distancing rules there are no hay rides.  Cash or checks only.

Wilkens Fruit & Fir Farm
1335 White Hill Rd, Yorktown Heights, NY (Westchester County)

Wilkens Fruit & Fir Farm has been around for over 100 years and is a "no frills farm.” They sell a wide variety of apples, pumpkins and peaches, all available to “Pick-Your-Own” during harvest season. They have three farm markets that sell everything from their own pressed apple cider to freshly baked pies, famous apple cider donuts and gift items. 

Fall 2020 COVID-19 Status: Apple picking begins September 5th. No reservations are required or available. Because capacity is limited, it is recommended that you come early on weekends or consider picking anytime on a weekday so you are not turned away. Picking begins at 10am, seven days a week.

They are diligently following guidelines set forth by CDC and the New York State government. This includes limiting capacity to 50%, masks, social distancing, hand washing and sanitizing stations, no pets or food/picnicking. Due to social distancing rules they will not be offering a tractor ride to and from the orchard. You must be able to walk to and from the orchard. No outside food or bags is allowed (only small diaper bags), containers will be provided for picking. Corn Maze tickets can be purchased in the Farm Market, Bakery or at the Pick-Your-Own Pavilion. The Farm Market & Bakery will be open. Additional safety guidelines are provided on their website. 

Barton Orchards
63 Apple Tree Ln, Poughquag, NY (Dutchess County)
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Barton Orchards is a 175-acre apple orchard and vegetable farm located in Poughquag, New York, that has been in the Barton family for over 40 years. They have a pick your own farm with food, fun park, petting zoo, ice cream and more. 

​Fall 2020 COVID-19 Status: Apple and other fruit and vegetable picking is now open! And that is not all. Barton Orchards has a mot more than apples. Attractions include a playground, animals, Pick-Your-Own veggies, Ice Cream Stand, Gem Stone Mining, Mini Golf, concessions and Farm Stand. Tree Top Adventures, an exciting new climbing and zipline aerial adventure course, is open Thursday-Sunday and requires advance online reservations. There is also music on Friday and Saturday evenings from 5-8 pm. There is no entry fee except during festival weekends (see below). Barton Orchards is open daily, Sun-Wed 11a-6pm, Thurs-Sat 11a-8p.

​Fishkill Farms
9 Fishkill Farm Road, Hopewell JCT, NY (Dutchess County)

Fishkill Farms is an apple orchard and diversified fruit and vegetable farm in the town of East Fishkill, New York. They grow apples, peaches, berries, cherries, and other fruits, all of which are available in season for pick-your-own. Visitors can get produce at the farm store.
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​Fall 2020 COVID-19 Status: Apple  and other fruit/vegetable picking is open. Socially distant picking is available by reservation only. They do not take reservations far in advance (usually no more than 7 days) to ensure they have sufficient crop availability when you visit. They are diligently following guidelines set forth by the CDC and state government. Full details are available on their website.
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"New York City's world-class cultural institutions have long provided comfort and creativity for generations of people in one of the world's most vibrant places, and when the COVID-19 pandemic began to threaten the city and this nation, it was especially heartbreaking to see them close their doors," Governor Cuomo said. "This pandemic is far from over, but we've determined that institutions can reopen if they adhere to strict state guidance and take every precaution to keep visitors safe, and I look forward to seeing them inspire New Yorkers once again. I'm also happy to report that we will be able to open bowling alleys across the state with strict safety protocols in place, providing a level of fun and recreation at a time when New Yorkers really need it."

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​Now that Governor Cuomo has given the green light for in-person school, many of us are thinking about how we can prepare ourselves and our children for back-to-school. Whether it will be in-person at school, virtual, or at-home teaching, we all have a lot of questions. 

These upcoming free webinars can help prepare you and your children for the upcoming school year and the uncertainty ahead in the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. They feature experts in parenting, education and psychology to help you navigate through the back-to-school season.

1. NAMI (National Alliances of Mental Illness) Westchester is offering "Your Child's Mental Health and School Reopening."

The virtual presentation will focus on how to prepare you and your child for returning to school in the “new normal.” Speakers include local experts including Andrew Ecker, Ed.D., Coordinator, Guidance & Child Study Center, Putnam | Northern Westchester BOCES, Marion Walsh, Esq., Special Education Dept. for Littman Krooks and Marie Considine, MPA, Director of Development for NAMI Westchester and parent of school-age children.

Date: Tuesday, August 18, 7pm-8pm
Registration: Pre-registration is required, free
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2. HUFFPOST is hosting "Navigating Kids' Back-To-School Anxiety"

In this virtual forum, Kate Auletta, HuffPost’s senior culture and parenting editor, and Rebecca Kennedy, a New York-based psychologist and mom of three will talk about what to expect, what to say and how to deal with all the ways heading back to school will be hard on children. They will discuss the emotional and mental health aspects of kids’ return to school ― whatever that might look like. The ways in which parents prepare their children for uncertainty and talk about what’s happening are paramount to how children will remember this unique time.

​Date: Wednesday, August 19, 8pm-9pm
​Registration: Secure your ticket now, free for members, $10 for non members
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3. Positive Parenting guru Amy McCready presents  "Get Kids to Listen the Right Way"

If you haven’t yet tried Positive Parenting (or aren’t even sure what it is), a time of heightened chaos and uncertainty is the perfect time to start. You’re already reinventing schoolwork, working from home, and creating a new temporary lifestyle. You don’t exactly have a lot of time, yet you have more time at home than ever to implement something new. Parenting, even in the best of circumstances, is hard. So, if you’re questioning your sanity right about now, a few Positive Parenting strategies will help you and your family survive–and maximize–the upcoming school year. Are you interested in learning how you can use Positive Parenting during a pandemic (and why you should)?

Date & Registration: Various, click to select the one most convenient for you, free
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Parenting is hard. Last fall I ran out of patience. My children were pushing me and my husband to the limit. They were unappreciative, constantly fighting, talking back, you name it.

It all came to a head on my daughter's 9th birthday when her grandparents joined us to celebrate. What should have been a happy, celebratory moment turned dark. The candles were lit, the cake was out, and we started to sing. Instead of smiles and joy, a fight broke out. The girls started pushing each other and it got heated quickly. Suddenly the birthday girl was crying, yelling, angry. The little one was obviously jealous, but this was over the line! We had it. It was anything but a happy birthday and we knew it was time for a change. Things were out of control.

We began researching classes, child psychologists, books, articles, Pinterest boards, the works. We came upon a recommendation from a local child psychiatrist that changed our life. It was an online class that focused on positive parenting. We were intrigued. 

They were offering a free webinar to learn how to get kids to listen. Why not, I figured, I have nothing to lose. In less than an hour I learned a new parenting "tool" that helped me manage my kids' screen time and calmly got them to put their iPad down when their time was up... without having a fit! A miracle? Perhaps this was the "secret sauce" we were looking for. We were in!

Now that I have completed the class I wanted to share my experience with other parents who may be feeling like we were-- totally fed up and overwhelmed. I figured if it worked for us, maybe it will work for you too. Here are a few things I learned.

I learned that there are positive, simple ways you can transform you child's behavior that does not include punishments, time outs, counting or nagging.

I learned the root cause of why my children were acting in such unpleasant ways and what to do about it.

I learned that encouragement leads to confidence and resilience. And that saying "that sounds like something you can do" is huge.

I learned that relevant consequences are important and that revealing them in advance, with a few other tricks, can really make a difference.

I learned that sometimes you just need to ignore bad behavior... and sometimes you absolutely shouldn't. And which is which.

I learned that family contributions are the foundation to raising unentitled kids. And that rewards don't really do what you think they do.

I learned that "I'm sorry" is not the same as making things right.

I learned that there are positive ways to give my children power and attention and that rescuing them doesn't do them any favors.

I learned so much more than these lessons. In fact I learned over 30 tools that are simple, straightforward and life changing. And I did it all on my own time from home.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed and want serious help for parenting during this pandemic and beyond, you can try the same free class online I did. 

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​Your kids deserve toys that grabs their attention, spark the imagination, and keep them occupied. When you start to look at wooden toys for toddlers, you may get a bit of sticker shock. Wait just a minute! Why should you pay more for a single toy than you could for a whole pile of plastic, mass-produced ones?
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​Think back to the last time your son or daughter had a lot of toy options to play with. Did they use all of them the same? Or did they reach for their favorites again and again? There's something about a few special toys that really gets their attention and keeps them occupied so you can claim some mommy time for yourself.
 
Think about it for a minute. You want your little ones to have fun, but you also want to make smart buying decisions that focus on-quality favorites instead of piles of stuff that spreads out all over your house. Wooden toys for toddlers are the answer.

Best of all, all-natural wood toys are safer and more environmentally friendly than plastic. Toddlers and preschool aged children do not need garish plastic toys that beep, blink, and break way too soon. What they do need is long-lasting, healthy toys that spark the imagination and deliver plenty of fun while they learn.

​No More Plastic – Choose Wooden Toys for Toddlers
 
So, you may be able to buy five cheap plastic toys for the same price as one quality wooden one. While it may seem like more is better, plastic checks all the boxes on the no-no list when it comes to playthings.
 
Did you know that a lot of plastic used to make toys contains chemicals like BPA, PVC, and phthalates that the FDA says our potential health hazards? These are the last things you want your babies chewing on and touching all day long. The risk goes up even more if you buy from countries with looser quality controls.
 
Nothing is more important than your kids health, right? What about their future?
 
Plastic is a leading polluter that is destroying natural ecosystems all around the world. If you opt for wooden toys instead, you are doing something great for your kids today and tomorrow. Help them learn how to make the world the best place possible with smart buying decisions.
 
Natural is best when it comes to babies. You buy organic cotton outfits and wash with hypoallergenic soaps. Why would you turn around and put potentially damaging plastic in their little hands? Wooden toys for toddlers offer sturdy, colorful, and long-lasting toys that are healthy and tons of fun.

​Not All Wooden Toys Are Safe
 
Unfortunately, you still have to be careful about where you buy the wooden toys. Can you believe that some unscrupulous companies lie about natural toys and end up making unsafe ones instead? Just imagine how awful it would be if your adorable son or daughter got a big splinter or scrape. It would be even worse if their favorite plaything, which they put in their mouth like most little kids do, was covered with toxic paint, stain, or sealants.
 
Invest in quality. Buy from trusted sources that stand behind their products. When you choose the highest quality wooden toys for toddlers, even the most well-loved favorites can last for generations.
 
As a local mom, I understand the importance of choosing the best products for our little ones. As a small business owner, I made it my mission to provide the highest quality, natural wooden toys to other parents who want the best for theirs.

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When you are in a small boat with your family, keeping your distance from others is easy! That is why this summer is a great time to get out and enjoy the nearby waterways in a raft, kayak, or canoe. Take in the beautiful nature views, experience the thrill of the rapids, row alongside your family and breathe in the fresh air. Boating is relaxing, exhilarating, active and safe fun for all ages.

Check out these nearby boat companies that offer daily rentals in or near Westchester County, NY. Openings and closings are subject to change in the world of COVID so please check with the companies before heading over.
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Kayak Hudson
Kayak Hudson conveniently offers kayak and paddle board rentals at Rye Beach, Croton Point Park and Tarrytown Lakes (kayaks only). They also offer a variety of tours for all ages at scheduled times throughout the day. Single kayaks are $29 for 1.5 hours, double kayaks and SUPs $49 for 1.5 hours. Tours range in price and are around $80 for a 2-3 hour adventure. To ensure safety, several measures are in place. All programs, including hourly kayak & SUP rentals, are by reservation only, face coverings are required upon arrival and post trip (not once you have launched). More details are on their website.

Update: Kayak Hudson will be open through September, possibly through Columbus Day weekend depending on weather.

Westchester SUP
This August you can paddle, sail or walk for a cause... to help Save the Sound. Participate in a friendly virtual competition to support regional environmental protection. Prizes for the farthest distance, most money raised through social fundraising, and more will be given to active participants who paddle, sail and walk on Long Island Sound over two weeks, from August 14 – 31. Ticket and price information can be found on the event site.

Currently Closed:
Hudson River Expeditions
Wampus Pond
Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park

Mountain Valley Guides (Orange County)
Mountain Valley Guides offer a range of kayak adventures on the Hudson River for kids, families, adults (sunset paddles with wine anyone?) and dogs! Family Kayaking for families with kids ages 8-14 will run you $25 for a kids kayak for 2 hours, $30 for an adult or $60 for tandem. Tours range in price. Most of the tours this summer are out of the Cornwall location. Check out the Kids Only Kayaking Program. In response to COVID MVG will be limiting paddlers on all tours to promote social distancing in a small group setting, additional tours will be added to accommodate reservations. In addition MVG will be sanitizing all equipment prior to and after each use.

Storm King Adventure Tours (Orange County)
Offering guided kayak tours on the Hudson River, Storm King Adventures also offers a whole slew of excursions including Fishkill Creek, Hidden Cove, Sunset, Little Stony Point, Full Moon and Moodna. Check out the Kids In Colorful KayakS (KICKS) program for ages 9-16, which runs every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 9am-12pm and 1:30pm-4:30pm, end of June through August for $40/session. Tours range from $40-$120 per child or adult. For health and safety they have also taken a number of steps to make the experience COVID friendly.

Silver Canoes (Orange County)
Escape for the day and enjoy a float trip on this pristine section of the Delaware River while surrounded by the Poconos Mountains of Pennsylvania and the Catskill Mountains in New York. Silver Canoes offers excellent service with convenient transportation to and from the river from their office in Port Jervis, NY. They are open seven days a week by reservation only. They offer ratings, canoes, kayaks and tubes. Rates are around $40 per person. Children 50″ and under float for $23.50 or one-half of the adult weekend rental rate when accompanied by 2 adults (except for tubing & kayaking).

Indian Head Canoes & Rafts  (Orange County)
Just around the corner from Silver Canoes, Indian Head offers similar options for a lower price. Service is not as good as Silver Canoes but still a great experience. They have three locations so depending on the excursion you choose you may be starting or ending from either Barryville, NY, Knights Eddy (Sparrowbush, NY) or Matamoras, PA. Rafting for the day from NY to PA was pretty cool! In addition to water trips they offer cabins and camping as well.

Currently Closed:
Bear Mountain Canoe & Paddleboats (Rockland County)
Boat rentals are currently closed, they are hoping to reopen in a few weeks, you can check at the Bear Mountain Inn website for updates. Once open hourly paddle and row boat rentals will be available from 11am to 5pm during weekdays and 11am to 6pm on weekends (weather permitting).

Fahenstock State Park Row Boat Rentals at Canopus Lake (Putnam County)

​The Town Tinker Tube Rental (Ulster County)

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A visit to the farm or orchard is a great way to experience the outdoors while keeping your distance. The kids can enjoy berry picking, homemade ice cream, live animals and more at these nearby spots. Social distancing is required at this time so don't forget your masks!

Westchester County families, have fun at these nearby farms and orchards!
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Barton Orchards
63 Apple Tree Ln, Poughquag, NY (Dutchess County)
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Barton Orchards is a 175-acre apple orchard and vegetable farm located in Poughquag, New York, that has been in the Barton family for over 40 years. They have a pick your own farm with food, fun park, petting zoo, ice cream and more. 
Status: Open daily Sunday-Wednesday 11am-7pm, Thursday-Saturday 11am-8pm.
Animals: Yes, petting zoo and a dog park
Pick Your Own: No
Market: Yes, curbside and delivery available, farm store is open 11am-6pm daily
Dining: Ice cream

Now Open: Tree Top Adventures where you can spend a full day climbing, swinging, and zipping from tree to tree.
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​Fishkill Farms
9 Fishkill Farm Road, Hopewell JCT, NY (Dutchess County)

Fishkill Farms is an apple orchard and diversified fruit and vegetable farm in the town of East Fishkill, New York. They grow apples, peaches, berries, cherries, and other fruits, all of which are available in season for pick-your-own. Visitors can get produce at the farm store.
Status: Open
Animals: No
Pick Your Own: Yes, by reservation only Tuesday - Sunday
Market: Online only, contactless grocery pick up available
Dining: No


Harvest Moon Farm & Orchard
130 Hardscrabble Road, North Salem, NY  (Westchester County)

Harvest Moon is a family owned and operated farm market and U-Pick fruit and apple orchard in Westchester County. Open seasonally April-December. During the Fall they do pick-your-own apples and pears and throw a Fall Festival every weekend from Labor Day to Halloween.
Status: Open Monday-Sunday 9am-5pm
Animals: During fall festival events
Pick Your Own: Yes, blueberry picking is currently open, check for daily updates, the largest season at this orchard is apples in September and October every weekend 
Market: Yes
Dining: Yes, seating available outside and inside the Farm Store

Hilltop Hanover Farm
1271 Hanover St, Yorktown Heights, NY (Westchester County)
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Hilltop Hanover Farm is a bucolic 400-year old historic working farm in Yorktown Heights, Westchester County, New York.  Today the farm is a regional education center that offers programs on healthy and sustainable food production. Visitors can hike the farm's 3.5 miles of woodland trails, picnic on the farm grounds, purchase a CSA share, or produce from our farm stand or at U-Pick during the growing season, or attend any of our numerous classes and lectures. Hilltop Hanover Farm offers tours, classes and field trips to school groups, garden clubs, and scout troops.
Status: Open (Grounds are open Tuesday-Saturday from 10am-4pm. Trails remain open from dawn to dusk. All visitors must wear face masks in parking lots and while on the grounds of the farm, in addition to practicing social distancing while on the property. All public restrooms are temporarily closed.)
Animals: Yes
Pick Your Own: Closed for the 2020 season
Market: Yes, Farm Stand will be open every Saturday from 10am to 4pm
Dining: No

Muscoot Farm 
51 NY-100, Katonah, NY (Westchester County)
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At Muscoot Farm you can experience farm animals, agriculture, wildlife, and history in a family-friendly atmosphere. Once a working dairy farm, Muscoot Farm is now a Westchester County park open to the public 362 days of the year.
Status: Open (Please note that until further notice the Farm Complex and buildings at Muscoot Farm are closed. The parking lot and hiking trails however, remain open from 10am-4pm daily.)
Animals: Yes
Pick Your Own: No
Market: Yes (The Muscoot Farm Farmer's Market is open Sundays 9:30 a.m. to 2:30pm, walk-ins are now welcome, though it is still required that only one person per family attends. Face masks are mandatory and social distancing guidelines will be in place. A limited number of patrons will be allowed in at one time, so there may be a line at the entrance.)
Dining: No
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Och's Orchard
​4 Ochs Lane, Warwick, NY (Orange County)
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Och's Orchard is a family owned farm and market. They offer pick-your-own fruits and vegetables on their vast grounds. From berries to veggies, to fruit, their market is full of goodies, including cider, donuts and homemade ice cream. All available in season! 
Status: Open 
Animals: No
Pick Your Own: Yes (call the day you wish to visit as it is not available every day)
Market: Yes
Dining: No

Outhouse Orchards
139 Hardscrabble Rd, North Salem, NY (Westchester County)
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A seasonal orchard open only in the fall for apples, peaches and pumpkins picking. Donuts, pies, corn maze, live music and more will be available in September and October.
Status: Closed
Animals: No
Pick Your Own: Fall only
Market: No
Dining: No

​Stone Barns Center for Food & Agriculture
630 Bedford Rd, Tarrytown, NY (Westchester County)

Stone Barns occupies 80 acres in Westchester County, just 25 miles north of New York City and operates a highly diversified, four-season farm and an education center that hosts over a hundred thousand visitors each year. Live animals, dining, events and more are all here.
Status: Closed (Stone Barns Center remains closed to the public due to ongoing Coronavirus concerns. Public programs are canceled, and the Farm Store and Café & Grain Bar are closed during this time. We do not yet have further details about a timeline for reopening, but we look forward to sharing any change in status as soon as we can.)
Animals: Yes but currently closed
Pick Your Own: No
Market: Yes but currently closed
Dining: Yes but currently closed

Stuart's Fruit Farm
62 Granite Springs Road, Granite Springs, NY (Westchester County)
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Stuart's Fruit Farm is a family-operated farm since 1828 located in Westchester County, New York. Seasonallly they offer a varied selection of flowers and vegetable plants, in the spring, apple picking, peach picking and a pumpkin patch in the fall, and Christmas trees in the winter.
Status: Open for vegetable plants and flowers only
Animals: No
Pick Your Own: Yes but not until the fall for apples, peaches and pumpkins
Market: No
Dining: No

Wilkens Fruit & Fir Farm
1335 White Hill Rd, Yorktown Heights, NY (Westchester County)

Wilkens Fruit & Fir Farm has been around for over 100 years. They sell a wide variety of apples, pumpkins and peaches, all available to “Pick-Your-Own” during harvest season, starting in August. At that time there will be three farm markets that will open and sell everything from their own pressed apple cider to freshly baked pies, famous apple cider donuts and gift items. 
Status: Closed (they anticipate opening August 15th, 2020)
Animals: No
Pick Your Own: Yes (starting in August with peaches and then apples)
Market: Yes (three markets are expected to open in August)
Dining: Yes
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