Westchester Magazine’s 2026 Best Of Westchester Party, featuring Josh Pele, Celebrity Magician and Mentalist

Westchester Magazine’s 2026 Best of Westchester Party brought high energy to the Glen Island Harbour Club last night, delivering a vibrant tribute to the county’s standout local talent. Set against a picturesque waterfront backdrop, the celebration treated guests to an evening of award-winning cuisine, live entertainment, chic local boutiques, and creative vendor activations. Westchester Talk Radio was also on hand to capture the excitement and cover the evening's highlights. Overall, it was a lively gathering highlighting the top businesses and creators that make Westchester exceptional, and honoring the dedicated readers whose support makes it all possible.Joan Franzino spoke with Josh Pele, a full-time celebrity magician and mentalist who was performing on-site at the event. Josh shared his transition from being a high-level youth soccer player facing a career-ending injury to building a full-time magic business. He described performing mind-reading and close-up card tricks at corporate events, private shows, and major venues like the World Cup VIP suites.