Sandy's Written Creations
Writings by Sandra Harrison including poetry, essays, fiction, non-fiction; children's literatire.
Category: White Plains Today
Reward Programs & Perks in White Plains
Offers by Government/Businesses/Restaurants are available in White Plains (WP): Discounts: BID Discount Card: sign up online and use card at various places for discounts. Target (sign up required with use of their credit card, 5% off) Stop & Shop; Shoprite: Offer discounts/coupons with card… Continue Reading “Reward Programs & Perks in White Plains”
Helpful Resources for White Plains Residents in Need
“Who ya gonna call?” What can a person do when they need help? There are a number of organizations and places that people can reach out to help. Listed here are those available to White Plains (WP) residents. Information listed here does not guarantee… Continue Reading “Helpful Resources for White Plains Residents in Need”
White Plains Demographics
White Plains (WP) today is a “diverse” community but has not always been. Census reporting gives the best way to examine the changes. WP’s first settlers came from Rye in 1683 and were English Puritans. The first US census of 1790, recorded WP with… Continue Reading “White Plains Demographics”
Unique White Plains Retail
White Plains (WP) has lots stores but here is a listing of unique shops: Art: Music: Photo Development: Collectibles/Hobbies/Games: Sewing: Sports and VR ARCADE: Free Stuff: Thrift Shops: WP has a number of thrift shops selling vintage clothing and other collectible and non-collectible items.… Continue Reading “Unique White Plains Retail”
Wildlife in White Plains
There are many varieties of birds in White Plains (WP) but the City has its share of feral pigeons, ravens, Canadian Geese (Liberty Park), seabirds, hawks and a variety of smaller types (Sparrows, Cardinals, Blue Jays). Roosting is common from the tops of buildings.… Continue Reading “Wildlife in White Plains”
“The Collection” White Plains Development Plan Rebuttal and Update
White Plains (WP) held its 3rd public hearing (March 5, 2018) on The Collection site plan with special permits for land between Westchester & Franklin Aves: on former Key Ford location, empty stores next to Westchester Burger & municipal lot on Franklin on April… Continue Reading ““The Collection” White Plains Development Plan Rebuttal and Update”
Renovation “The Westchester”
Renovations (2016) at The Westchester included new flooring, signage and the complete redo of the Food Court. The Food Court called “Savor” included the opening area on Armory Place to make an outside eating space. The Westchester opened in 1995 with Nordstrom and Neiman… Continue Reading “Renovation “The Westchester””
White Plains’ City Center Redo
Some of the changes around the city include road repaving, store openings and renovations at some of city’s busiest commercial areas. Nothing lasts forever and many of our city structures need repairs and updating. One does not need to always tear things down to make… Continue Reading “White Plains’ City Center Redo”
Sandy's Written Creations 
Art in White Plains
Posted on July 22, 2016 by sandraharrison1954
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Walking around city, one can find art in and outside buildings, in parks and on sidewalks.
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Category: Commentary on American Culture, White Plains Today