See Which Local Spots Are Gearing Up For 'Sizzlin' Thursdays'

BEDFORD HILLS, NY — Were you wondering what all the colorful lawn signs that have appeared around town announcing the upcoming 'Sizzlin' Thursdays' events in Bedford Hills are all about?

The Bedford Economic Alliance and the Town of Bedford have shared brand new details about the economic vibrancy promotional program. Sizzlin' Thursdays, which were designed to highlight businesses in Bedford Hills and help drive traffic to the hamlet, will take place on July 13, July 20 and July 27, from 10 a.m. through business closing.

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Laurie Hilliard, Bedford's business promoter, has been working with participating businesses to come up with special offerings available only on specific days. At the upcoming July 13 event, there will be coupons, discounts and freebies for food, health and beauty services, home products and services.

Participating shops include new arrivals and veterans:

• AC Designs Ltd.: custom upholstery and draperies
• Bedford Grab & Go: gourmet deli serving fresh salads, sandwiches, drinks, mini market
• Bedford Wheel House: full collection of bicycles, accessories & repairs
• Body Beautiful of NY: Eyelash extensions, facials, cosmetic tattooing
• Br'Ers BBQ: Smokehouse BBQ & ice cream
• Country Willow: home decor, wide selection of furniture, design services
• Floral Petals of Westchester: Floral designs, cut flowers & plants, delivery services
• Gents of Bedford: Traditional & modern barber services, mens haircut & shave, kids cuts
• Ho Bul Yi Bu Nails & Spa: full service nail salon, waxing services
• Jamie Kilgore Photography: professional portrait studio
• Nolvi's Deli & Market: full menu of deli favorites & Latino specialties
• Sunshine Crossfit & Athletics: gym & fitness center
• The Paint Box: custom framing, art supplies
• Tita's Dry Cleaners: Expert dry cleaning, alterations
• Viale Yoga: yoga studio, meditation, weekend cappuccino bar

"A vibrant town thrives on its ability to retain long standing businesses and to attract exciting new ones," Supervisor Ellen Calves said. "When I look at the list of businesses taking part in Sizzlin’ Thursdays, I am delighted to see both kinds, and everything in between. There is so much going on in Bedford Hills, and these events provide the opportunity for everyone to enjoy what this hamlet has to offer."

Each Sizzlin’ Thursdays event will feature activities for the entire family. The July 13 event will include a yoga demonstration at the Station House, courtesy of Viale Yoga, along with art, legos and face painting, a sustainable living presentation by Bedford2030, and more.

In addition, Destination 39.3 will launch Bedford Backstage, a live music summer series that will take place at 5 p.m. at the Bedford Hills Train Station on each of the three Sizzlin’ Thursdays. Attendees will be able to grab some food and drinks at local businesses and set up a chair in the train station lot to listen to the music of popular local bands.

"The Bedford Economic Alliance is all about economic health and vibrancy through collaboration among stakeholders, which include residents, organizations and businesses," Calves explained. "It is such a perfect partnership to have Destination 39.3 collaborating with Sizzlin’ Thursdays to launch its Bedford Backstage series. Nothing says summer like outdoor music and family-friendly activities, and we can’t wait for residents of Bedford and neighboring towns to discover great deals from our businesses while enjoying a festive day in town."

The Sizzlin' Thursdays program arrives shortly after the recent announcement that the Town of Bedford had been awarded a Downtown Improvement Grant "DIG" through the Westchester County Economic Development Program. The DIG pilot program was specifically developed to provide economic development support to stimulate revitalization of downtown communities. Bedford will receive a comprehensive market analysis, a custom-designed strategic economic growth plan, and six months of hands-on technical support and assistance, and up to $250,000 support for implementation efforts. The town said that the Bedford DIG application was submitted in support of the economic revitalization plans imagined for Bedford Hills.

"It is an exciting time for Bedford Hills," the supervisor said. "In recent years, we have seen renovations to the Bedford Hills Train Station and the Bedford Hills Community House, a new sewer project, road paving, new sidewalks, new trees, banners and planters. The revitalization efforts were expanded with the hiring of Bedford Business Promoter Laurie Hiliard, who has been a vital force in the creation of the Bedford Economic Alliance and the launch of Sizzlin' Thursdays."

Find out more about the specific offerings and activities on the Sizzlin’ Thursdays website or follow @Sizzlinthursdays on Instagram for program details.