"On the Boardwalk" Masked Ball Gala a Great Success! Event Raised Over $500,000 for the Westchester Children's Museum.

Over 400 enthusiastic supporters of the future Westchester Children's Museum (WCM) attended the On the Boardwalk Masked Ball on October 13 at the Mamaroneck Beach and Yacht Club, and raised over $500,000 for the Campaign for the Westchester Children's Museum.

Cynthia Foster Curry and Bernard F. Curry, III of Rye were the evening's honorees, having been a driving force in the Campaign for several years. Bernard F. Curry III is the Owner and Chief Executive of Curry Automotive which has been family owned and operated since 1919 with 13 new car franchises in Westchester County as well as franchises in Chicopee, Massachusetts and Atlanta, Georgia.

"This event demonstrated strong community support for the WCM, and will enable us to build a world‑class museum for our children and the children of this county for generations to come," commented Corinne Zola, president of the WCM Board of Directors. "This gala was an unprecedented success; it was a sold out event and it doubled the amount of funds raised from the previous year. Quite a remarkable achievement!?

About the Westchester Children's Museum With a goal of opening in 2009 in the historic landmark Bathhouses at Rye Playland on Long Island Sound, the Westchester Children's Museum is currently in midst of a Campaign to raise $7 million in funds over the next two years with support from individuals, business, and Westchester County.

The County has allocated funds to restore the exterior of the Bathhouses and bring the buildings up to current code in anticipation of constructing a public‑use facility. Upon completion of the County's remediation and restoration of the site, the Westchester Children's Museum will begin building out the interior as the new museum.

"We have the enthusiastic support of County Executive Andy Spano and members of the Board of Legislators. Our goal. at this time is to raise funds necessary to create the world‑class facility that we envision, and to sustain its existence for generations to come," Ms. Zola added.

Once open, the Westchester Children's Museum will be a vibrant hands‑on learning laboratory where children with their families, caregivers or teachers, can explore the history, arts, environment, and cultural diversity of our regional and global communities. The iconic pavilions will provide nearly 38,000 square feet of space for temporary and permanent exhibits, classrooms, a birthday party room, performance space, restaurant/cafe, gift shop, and other amenities.

For more information about the Westchester Children?s Museum, call 914-421-5050 or visit www.discoverWCM.org.
 

About Curry Kia - Yorktown Heights & Westchester County Kia Dealership

Curry Kia is proud to serve the Greater Yorktown Heights & Westchester County region with quality Kia vehicles. With models like the Rio, Amanti, Sportage, Sedona, Sorento, Spectra or Optima we have something for every taste, and every need. Come visit us at 3493 Crompond Road, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598, to see our vehicles or take one for a test drive.

If you're looking for a Yorktown Heights & Westchester County used car, we can assist you there as well. Visit our pre-owned inventory page to see our large selection of vehicles.

But Curry Kia is not just a premier Westchester County Kia dealership, we also provide top services dedicated to our Connecticut, New York and New Jersey customers. From car repairs performed by expert mechanics, OEM Kia auto parts, to financing assistance, Curry Kia is the smart choice for your next vehicle and all your automotive needs.

Come in and say "hi"! We're located at, 3493 Crompond Road, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598, or you can call us at (866) 429-7472.

Our Dealership History and Staff

Our history covers over eighty years of continued growth, progress, and service to many communities.

In 1921, B.F. Curry, Sr. founded our first automobile dealership in New York City. Under his guidance, this pioneer organization became one of the largest Chevrolet Sales and Service centers in the world.

Shortly after World War II, Curry Corporation was founded for the purpose of leasing motor vehicles, a unique concept in its day. This company eventually was opened in the northern Westchester community of Yorktown. The Curry Auto Group has continued to expand, meeting the needs of Westchester and the surrounding area. Today, the Curry Automotive includes Curry Honda, Curry Ford Subaru in Yorktown, Curry Acura and Chevrolet in Scarsdale, Curry Honda in Chamblee, Georgia, Curry Honda in Chicopee, Massachusetts. The newest addition is Curry Kia in Yorktown Heights. Curry is a leader in Westchester, Putnam, Rockland and Fairfield counties. We also sell Used vehicles including Honda's, Toyota's, Ford Trucks and the only local dealer offering Certified Subaru pre-owned vehicles. We are also easy to reach. 15 minutes from Rye and the White Plains area. 15 minutes from Rockland County or Orange County.

After 80 Successful years a quote by B.F. Curry Jr. still holds true today ...

'You'll never know your best deal till you check Curry'

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