Croton Community Calendar - December 5th Edition
The Chain That Saved the Colonies
Thursday, December 6 – 7 PM
Croton Free Library
To stop the British invasion of the New England colonies during the American Revolution, Peter Townsend manufactured a Great Chain for the Continental Army at Sterling Forest. It was placed across the Hudson River at West Point because the river narrowed there and—combined with other factors such as winds, tides and current—forced ships to slowly navigate the passage and therefore make them better targets for the colonial shore batteries. Donald “Doc” Bayne will share the history of the iron industry that started in 1736 at Sterling Forest and tell how the Sterling Forge was used to create the Great Chain. Doc is the assistant park and recreation supervisor and acting environmental education director at Sterling Forest State Park. He is also the president of the Friends of Sterling Forest.
Christmas Tree Lighting
Friday, December 7 – 5:30 PM
Vassallo Park
Come join your neighbors and friends as we light the Christmas tree in Vassallo Park. Caroling will begin at 5:30 PM followed by the tree lighting at 6 PM. There will be light refreshments served. A great event for the whole family. Come join the fun!
Flip Flop Circus Family Program
Friday, December 7 – 7:30 PM
Croton Free Library
Beloved circus artists Liz Bolick and Therese Schorn present a holiday-themed spectacle of puppetry and play at the Croton Free Library. The duo merges comedy with imagination in this innovative show – bringing slapstick, wild costumes, original puppets and zany antics to the stage. With classic vaudeville style and the worldwide language of clowns, Liz and Therese create hilarious family entertainment.
Project FeederWatch
Saturday-Sunday, December 8-9 – 9 to 11 AM
Croton Point Nature Center
Come ID and count birds at the bird feeders at Croton Point Nature Center with volunteers from Saw Mill River Audubon viewing the feeders from inside the Center. Beginners encouraged. Great opportunity for photography too. Continues weekly until Sunday April 7, 2019. To learn more about Project FeederWatch, visit www.projectfeederwatch.org
Brinton Brook Sanctuary Bird Walk
Saturday, December 8 – 9 to 11 AM
Brinton Brook Sanctuary
Our monthly second Saturday walks at Brinton Brook continue year-round. No registration needed. Rain or shine. Meet in main parking area. Good for adults and young people age 8 and up. Held regardless of weather except in cases of severe weather or road closures.
Croton Artisans Holiday Boutique
Saturday-Sunday, December 8-9
Stanley H. Kellerhouse Municipal Building
Sponsored by Croton Council on the Arts, admission is free to the holiday boutique. The Croton Artisans will be selling handcrafted items including ceramics, Japanese paper art, half-hour portraits, scarves, oil paintings, knitwear, jewelry, and more. New guest artisans this year will offer lovely handmade wood art, adorable fabric dolls, soap, cut paper art, gourmet salt, exquisite felted scarves, pillows, handmade books, and more. The 2018 Holiday Boutique is open as follows: Friday, December 7th: Opening Reception and Wine Tasting: 7:30pm-9pm, Saturday, December 8th: 10am-5pm & Sunday, December 9th: 11am-4pm
Community Sing-a-Long
Saturday, December 8 – 3 to 3:45 PM
Bennett Conservatory of Music
A free sing-a-long for 0-6 year-olds and their caregivers, with former Bennett guitar teacher Stacy Labriola. (Snow date: Sunday, December 09 at 3:00 pm.)
Klezmer! Music Program
Saturday, December 8 – 7:30 PM
Croton Free Library
Come revel in the joyous music of the Westchester Klezmer Program. This intergenerational group, which performs the style of Eastern European folk and dance music known as klezmer, is the largest program of its kind in the country. Under the lively direction of Kenny Green, the musicians offer a crowd-pleasing good time. This concert is for the whole family and a great way to set the mood for the holidays.
Archaeology of Israel and the Levant
Sunday, December 9 – 1 to 4 PM
Croton Point Nature Center
Each year, on an almost daily basis, archaeological discoveries help to form a better understanding of Israel’s biblical and secular past. The presentation will discuss sites that are most important and interesting for understanding that past as well as the early culture and history of all humanity. Free and open to the public. Hosted by the L.A. Brennan Lower Hudson Chapter of the NYS Archaeological Association.
Care for Creation Lecture Series
Sunday, December 9 – 3 to 4:30 PM
Holy Name of Mary Parish Center
Long time vegetarian Teresa Jankovic will speak about the impact of food production on climate change, offer practical suggestions for a vegetarian diet with it lesser impact on the planet. Favorite, easy vegetarian suggestions will be offered.
SMRA Public Program: Member’s Best & Holiday Desserts
Thursday, December 13 – 7 to 8:30 PM
Croton Free Library
Join us for this fun and informal event where members and friends of Saw Mill River Audubon share photographic highlights of their past year of birding and nature exploration, along with sharing holiday desserts. Let us know if you would like to share 2-5 of your best photographs at this event by emailing our office by December 10. Bring holiday cookies to share and exchange. (It is also very okay to come without desserts or photos!)
Project FeederWatch
Saturday-Sunday, December 15-16 – 9 to 11 AM
Croton Point Nature Center
Come ID and count birds at the bird feeders at Croton Point Nature Center with volunteers from Saw Mill River Audubon viewing the feeders from inside the Center. Beginners encouraged. Great opportunity for photography too. Continues weekly until Sunday April 7, 2019. To learn more about Project FeederWatch, visit www.projectfeederwatch.org
Trails Committee Cleanup
Saturday, December 15 – 9 AM
Croton Arboretum
Join the Croton Trails Committee as they undertake a late fall cleanup of the village trailways. All volunteers should meet at the entrance to the arboretum. For more information, contact interim committee chair Terry McGarty at Terrence.mcgarty@gmail.com.
Handel: Messiah and Christmas Carol Sing
Saturday, December 15 – 8 PM
Asbury United Methodist Church
Join the Croton Chorale at the 19th annual benefit performance for the Croton-Cortlandt Food Pantry. Suggested donation of $20 for adults, $10 for students and seniors. For more information, please visit www.cortlandtmusic.org/croton-chorale.
Fire Department Candy Cane Run
Sunday, December 16 – 10 AM to 3 PM
The Croton-on-Hudson Fire Department - in conjunction with the North Pole FD - has arranged for Santa Claus to visit the streets of Croton-on-Hudson on Sunday, December 16th from 10:00 AM until 3:00 PM! For the full schedule of stops along Santa’s routes, visit the Fire Department website at: http://crotonfd.org/.
Upcoming Village Meetings
All Village meetings are held at the Stanley H. Kellerhouse Municipal Building unless otherwise noted:
- Wednesday, December 5: Conservation Advisory Council (8 PM)
- Monday, December 10: Board of Trustees Work Session (7:30 PM)*
- Tuesday, December 11: Recreation Advisory Committee (7 PM)
- Tuesday, December 11: Planning Board (8 PM)
- Monday, December 17: Board of Trustees Regular Meeting (8 PM)*
- Tuesday, December 18: Bicycle-Pedestrian Committee (7:30 PM)
- Wednesday, December 19: Trails Committee (7:30 PM)
*Shown live on Channel 78. Regular meetings are rebroadcast at 8 PM on Wednesdays and Fridays.
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