Marcus Pauling
914 Knows • Issue #001 • Week of October 7, 2026 Good morning, Westchester. This week brings illuminated pumpkins, a closer look at local history, and a chance to help at a farm. Local trivia: Which Tarrytown estate became the country home of railroad financier Jay Gould? Find the answer at the bottom. |
 White Plains planning forecast for Wednesday, October 7 through Tuesday, October 13, 2026. Checked October 4. Temperatures in °F; forecasts can change. Follow the image link for the latest National Weather Service outlook. |
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Blaze is back at Van Cortlandt Manor in Croton-on-Hudson through November 8 on selected evenings. Reserve timed admission before leaving home, check the price for your chosen slot, and plan for an outdoor walk. Our guide covers arrival, accessibility, and the practical details that matter before checkout. Read More... |
Lyndhurst's Path Through History tour runs October 10–12 in Tarrytown. The two-hour visit includes spaces beyond the standard mansion route and is limited to 10 participants. Check the special tour's stairs, uneven terrain, ticket fees, and age guidance before booking. Read More... |
Muscoot Farm lists Volunteer Pumpkin Picking opportunities for October 10–12 in Katonah. The event describes help with hayrides, activities, and the pumpkin patch. Contact the farm to confirm the shift, age requirements, registration, and tasks before treating the calendar listing as a volunteer placement. Read More... |
Local Guides: Explore & Dine |
Muscoot Farm in Katonah offers free ordinary admission and parking for individuals and families, with posted hours of 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Plan an animal-watching visit, historic-building stop, or hike within those hours. Our visitor guide explains arrival, animal rules, program registration, and what to check before leaving home. Read More... |
Sweet Grass Grill in Tarrytown and The Cookery in Dobbs Ferry offer different approaches to a Westchester meal: local seasonal food and an Italian gastropub menu. This unpaid editorial guide compares their published offerings and helps you check the current menu, total cost, reservation conditions, and your group’s needs before booking. No sponsorship or affiliate relationship is represented. Read More... |
914 Sports: On Our Fields |
Somers opens fast, beats Rye 31–13 on homecoming night
AI-generated illustration inspired by high school football action. Somers gave its homecoming crowd an immediate reason to cheer on Friday, October 2. Dean Monachelli returned the opening kickoff 94 yards for a touchdown, and the Tuskers went on to beat Rye 31–13, according to Mike Dougherty's report for The Journal News, republished by AOL. Monachelli also caught a touchdown pass from Tristan Iglesias. Cameron Violante added two touchdown receptions, while Rye's Johnny Shoemaker connected with Ryan Hess for both Garnets touchdowns. Somers led 17–7 at halftime before adding a touchdown in each of the final two quarters. For Westchester fans following the Class A season, the result offers a useful snapshot of two local programs as October begins. Want the play-by-play and postgame interviews? Read Dougherty's full report. This summary is based on his reporting; 914 Knows did not attend the game. |
Saturday soccer close to home: Iona hosts Sacred Heart
Looking for a local game to put on Saturday's calendar? Iona's men's soccer team is scheduled to host Sacred Heart at Mazzella Field in New Rochelle on Saturday, October 10, at 1 p.m. The Gaels return home after a 1–1 draw at Marist on October 3. Their previous home match, against Rider on September 30, also ended level, at 2–2, according to Iona's official schedule. For residents who enjoy live soccer, this is a chance to follow a college team without leaving Westchester. The university also lists an ESPN+ broadcast for the Sacred Heart match. Check Iona's official athletics page before heading out for any schedule changes and spectator information. Admission prices and parking arrangements were not confirmed for this preview. |
Beyond the scoreboard: A family guide to Elmsford Little League
Contact the league to confirm current registration availability. Local sports coverage can help families find their place on the field, too. Elmsford Little League's published FAQ explains how its baseball, softball, and tee-ball programs work and where parents can start. The league says children who live or attend school within its boundaries are eligible. It also describes summer and fall programs as additional opportunities to play with a lighter commitment than the main spring season, although schedules vary by team. The organization relies on volunteers, including parent and guardian coaches. Its main complex is at 2305 Saw Mill River Road in Elmsford, with games and practices also using other Greenburgh locations. Interested families should contact the league to confirm eligibility, current programs, and the next registration window. This is a program guide, not an announcement that registration is open. Ask about financial assistance if fees are a barrier; the league's FAQ describes scholarship support. |
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When: Timed evening admission; Thursday, October 8, and October 9–11 dates appear on the official calendar. Choose an available slot at checkout. Where: Van Cortlandt Manor, 525 South Riverside Avenue, Croton-on-Hudson. Build your evening around an outdoor pumpkin-display walk. Advance admission is required; prices vary by date and time. Check the ticket calendar before arranging the rest of your night. |
When: October 10 at 11:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m.; October 11–12 at 10:45 a.m. or 12:45 p.m. Where: Lyndhurst, 635 South Broadway, Tarrytown. The two-hour special tour includes rooms and working spaces beyond the usual route. Limited to 10 participants. Adult tickets are $42 plus fees; stairs and uneven terrain make the route unsuitable for some visitors. Read the accessibility and age guidance before booking. |
When: October 9–11, timed entry from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Where: GPS entrance: 381 North Broadway, Sleepy Hollow. Storytelling, fire performers, a roving band, and an evening market bring Sleepy Hollow's Halloween season into focus. Adult admission is listed at $35 and child admission at $25. Advance tickets are required; food, drinks, and tarot readings cost extra. |
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For a casual Tarrytown stop, Sweet Grass Grill emphasizes locally sourced, seasonal food. Its menu changes with what is available, so use the current menu to choose your visit rather than counting on a particular dish. Unpaid editorial feature. No sponsorship or affiliate relationship is represented. Photo: Sweet Grass Grill official website. |
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Chef David DiBari's Italian gastropub offers another kind of evening out in the river towns. The Cookery says its menu changes daily; check the current menu and reservation availability before making plans. Unpaid editorial feature. No sponsorship or affiliate relationship is represented. Photo: The Cookery official website. |
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💡 Answer to Trivia Question: Lyndhurst. The historic estate at 635 South Broadway in Tarrytown is also known as the Jay Gould Estate. |
 Lyndhurst Mansion in Tarrytown. Photo: Lyndhurst official website. |