This week, we’re chatting with Claudia Cedrone! She shares what she loves most about her 1920 Glens Falls home, her go-to spot for pasta downtown, what inspired her to become a financial advisor, and more…
Claudia Cedrone // Photo: Briana Lyons for Glens Falls Living // Mural: Hannah Williams
Tell us about yourself!
My name is Claudia Cedrone and I am a financial advisor with Edward Jones Investments. I grew up in Queensbury and now own a home in Glens Falls. I spend a lot of time with my family who also lives locally, including my parents, sister and two nephews. My father has been a financial advisor with Edward Jones for 25 years. I saw what an impact he made in the community and the relationships he built throughout his career and knew I always wanted to do that as well.
On Life In and Around Glens Falls
My parents are originally from New York City and as kids they both vacationed up here. When they got married they decided to move to the area, which I am so grateful for. Growing up, I fell in love with our community through the many events and activities, including JDRF [Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation] walks, going to the Adirondack Ice Hawks games, dancing with the Dance Center of Queensbury, and performing the Nutcracker at the Wood Theater.
I went to SUNY Oswego for college, but always knew I wanted to come back to the area. I bought my home on Mason Street in Glens Falls two years ago. It was built in 1920 and I love all the details and character of the home. The previous owners had done a lot of renovations and it was move in ready, which was perfect! I love that there are all different styles of homes on Mason Street and that the bike path is right there. The thing I love most about my home is how close it is to the rest of Glens Falls. During the warmer months, I love biking to all the events that happen downtown like Take a Bite, Wing Fest, and LARAC.
A Perfect Glens Falls Day
My perfect day in Glens Falls would start with a 6am ride to Lake George on the bike path with my boyfriend, Clark (if it’s raining, we’d catch a cycling class at Kind Cycling!). After that, we’d get breakfast at Steve’s Place. Up next, we’d head home and and see what event is going on downtown or attend a yoga class at Grounded on Glen. Afterwards, I would go to my sister’s house to play with my nephews, Max and Milo, and take them to get some ice cream at Coopers Cave. For dinner I would meet my family at Gourmet Café and get one of their delicious salads or the pasta bar! I love that I can go to Gourmet Café and also get so many gluten free options, especially their desserts. Finally, I’d end the night at home with some sleepy time tea and cuddling with my cat Lightning (I am a big cat lover).
On the Past
My sister, Amanda Cedrone, is a type 1 diabetic and growing up we always participated in the JDRF walks out of Crandall Park and through the streets of Glens Falls. It was always very rewarding raising money for a great cause that meant a lot to my family.
I also remember attending an event commemorating the opening of Centennial Circle and riding in an old fashioned car around Glens Falls.
On the Future
One addition I would love in Glens Falls would be a Greek restaurant! I love Greek food and think it would be a good cultural addition.
