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By Leslie Chang, Trustee, Scarsdale Historical Society and Associate Scarsdale Village Historian
March is Women’s History Month, a time to honor the extraordinary women who have helped shape Scarsdale’s history. From civic leaders to philanthropists, educators to entrepreneurs, these matriarchs played a pivotal role in shaping the town’s character and progress. This month, we celebrate four of the Scarsdale women who established the Scarsdale Equal Suffrage Club, trailblazers whose impact continues to resonate today.
Merging Strengths, Empowering Women & Strengthening Scarsdale
By Denise Koslowsky, Director, Cross Private Client Insurance
In an era dominated by large, impersonal insurance conglomerates, Cross Private Client Insurance stands out as a family-owned agency that prioritizes personalized service. Formerly known as Advocate Brokerage, this premier Scarsdale insurance agency has maintained its commitment to excellence while benefiting from the enhanced resources of the Cross Insurance family. By integrating a group of elite agencies throughout New England and New York, Cross Private Client Insurance has strengthened its ability to serve clients with unparalleled expertise and care.
Colorectal Awareness Month
Colorectal Cancer on the Rise in Young People: Should You Be Screened?
By Kimberly Yee, Colorectal Surgery, White Plains Hospital
Getting a colonoscopy is something many people put off even thinking about until the gray hairs start to set in and the kids are well off to college. The death of actor Chadwick Boseman, “Black Panther” to Marvel Universe fans, in 2020 was a tragic reminder that colon cancer does not just strike the elderly. In fact, colorectal cancer was the fourth-leading cause of cancer death in both men and women younger than 50 years in the late 1990s – but is now first in men and second in women, according to the National Cancer Society.
Celebrating Women’s History: The Legacy and Impact of the Scarsdale Women’s Exchange
Written by SYBA Member, Ethan Klein
The Scarsdale Women’s Exchange has been a cornerstone of our community since 1931, combining history, craftsmanship, and charity. A nonprofit organization run entirely by volunteers, it provides a platform for talented artisans to achieve economic independence through the sale of their handcrafted goods. Operating under the guiding principle of “helping others to help themselves,” the Exchange has expanded its offerings over the years to include a substantial selection of commercially sourced goods, increasing its ability to support charities while ensuring a diverse and appealing shopping experience for today’s consumers.
