Croton Community Calendar: December 7th Edition
A list of upcoming events in Croton-on-Hudson – 12/07/22 to 12/21/22
Posted on: December 7, 2022 - 11:13am
Croton Fire Department Holiday Parade
Saturday, December 10th, 5:30 PM
Throughout the Village
The Croton Fire Department will be leading a “Holiday Parade” on Saturday, December 10th starting at 6pm. It will begin on Benedict Blvd., roll through Harmon, the Upper Village, the North End and back down South Riverside Avenue. Grab a hot cocoa and come outside to usher in the holiday season with the Croton Volunteer Fire Department. Click here for the parade route.
Rock N' Roll for Little Ones
Saturday, December 10th, 11:15 AM to 11:45 AM
Saturday, December 17th, 11:15 AM to 11:45 AM
Croton Free Library Ottinger Room
The Croton Free Library has a new weekend class for kids! Join Amy for Rock N' Roll for Little Ones on Saturday mornings at 11:15am -- live guitar, starting with kids classics such as "Twinkle Twinkle" and American folk songs, then moving onto The Beatles, Chuck Berry, and other rock favorites. Children and caretakers alike -- get ready to sing and dance! No registration required! Meets Dec. 10 and Dec. 17, and then starts again in January.
Free Rabies Vaccines for Westchester Pets
Saturday, December 10th, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Paws Crossed Animal Rescue, 100 Warehouse Lane, Elmsford
Westchester County residents can bring their dogs, cats and ferrets in for free rabies vaccinations on Saturday, December 10 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Paws Crossed Animal Rescue, 100 Warehouse Lane South in Elmsford. Appointments are required. Call 914-372-7878 for more information.
Town of Cortlandt Winter Wonderland
Saturday, December 10th (Rain/Snow date: Sunday, December 11th), 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
3 Memorial Drive, Croton-On-Hudson
Residents can enjoy FREE inflatable rides for children, food trucks, and a visit from Santa at the Town of Cortlandt Youth & Recreation Center, located at 3 Memorial Drive, Croton. Please call the Town of Cortlandt Recreation Department at 914-734-1050 for more information.
New York State Archaeological Association: Public Program on Stone Tool Production Methods & Seasonal Holiday Celebration
Sunday, December 11, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Croton Point Nature Center, Croton Point Avenue, Croton-on-Hudson, NY
The L.A. Brennan Lower Hudson Chapter, New York State Archaeological Association presents a program by Jenna Anderson about stone tool production methods 770 thousand to 130 thousand years ago at four ancient Pleistocene archaeological sites in Africa. Fossil evidence indicates that hominin brains underwent significant size increases and structural changes in the Pleistocene and study of hominin cognition and behavior may be informed by analysis of stone tool production methods throughout this era. Following the program, please accompany the NYSAA Lower Hudson Chapter for a seasonal holiday celebration. Free to the Public. Learn more at lablhc.org.
Future Facilities Project Capital Bond Proposition Vote
Tuesday, December 13th - 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Croton-Harmon High School
COVID-19 Pop-up Booster Clinic
Wednesday, December 14th, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Community Room, Stanley H. Kellerhouse Municipal Building, 1 Van Wyck Street
COVID-19 vaccine booster shots will be available at a pop-up clinic in the Community Room at the Stanley H. Kellerhouse Municipal Building at 1 Van Wyck Street, Croton-on-Hudson, on Wednesday, December 14th from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. The bivalent Pfizer Bivalent Booster (12 and older) and the bivalent Moderna Bivalent Booster (18 and older) will be available. Registration is required. Please register online here or call 914-271-2895.
Croton Artisans 24th Annual Holiday Boutique
Friday, December 16th - Opening Reception 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Saturday, December 17th - 10:00 AM to 5:00 pm
Sunday, December 18th - 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Community Room, Stanley H. Kellerhouse Municipal Building, 1 Van Wyck Street
After a two-year hiatus, the Croton Artisans will once again host the immensely popular Holiday Boutique! The Holiday Boutique, sponsored by the Croton Council on the Arts, is the perfect place to find unique handmade gifts for the holidays while enjoying tasty treats and live music. The Croton Artisans will be selling handcrafted items, including jewelry, Japanese Paper Art, scarves, fashion items, and oil paintings. Guest artisans will offer lovely handmade wood cutting boards, Japanese silk scarves and wraps, soaps, handmade candies, baked goods, and more. Admission is free!
Croton Recreation ADULT 60+ Program - Healthy and Fun Cooking with Alyssa
Friday, December 16th - 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM
Community Room, Stanley H. Kellerhouse Municipal Building, 1 Van Wyck Street
Join nutritionist Alyssa Advincula for FREE cooking demonstrations & nutrition tips. Sample delicious recipes & enjoy fun giveaways. Register online by clicking here. Questions? Call (914) 271-5804 or visit www.crotononhudson-ny.gov/seniors.
Croton Academy of the Arts Presents: James and the Giant Peach, Jr.
8 Old Post Road South, Croton-on-Hudson
Performances December 16th, 17th, and 18th
A magical peach! An imprisoned boy! Insect friends! An incredible journey! This amazing adventure of James Henry Trotter will fulfill the fantasy of anyone who has ever dreamed of escape. Roald Dahl's story comes hilariously to life in this delightful dramatization that reveals the wickedness of some, the goodness of others, and the indecision encountered by many when they are faced with crises. Featuring a wickedly tuneful score and a witty and charming book, this adventurous new musical about courage and self-discovery is a classic. Performances are Friday, Decemeber 16th and Saturday, December 17th at 7:00 pm. A 3:00 pm performance on Sunday, Dec 18 is sold out. Tickets are $15 general admission; $12 for seniors and students and are available at www.crotonacademy.org/tickets.
Visual Journaling for the New Year
Saturday, December 17th, 2:00 to 3:30 PM
Saturday, December 17th, 2:00 to 3:30 PM
Croton Free Library Creative Space
In this workshop, participants will create a visual journal using repurposed images, quotes, and more. The practice of visual journaling sparks creativity by pushing us past artistic perfection and into a space where we can relax and express ourselves. There are no rules in visual journaling! Anything goes and no special artistic experience is required. All art supplies provided. Participants will go home with a journal they can keep. Free and open to anyone age 12+ — but space is limited, so register today! Click here to register.
Winter Wonderland Drive-thru Holiday Light Extravaganza at Kensico Dam Plaza
1 Bronx River Pkwy Rd, Valhalla, NY 10595
Ongoing through December
Westchester’s Winter Wonderland Drive-Thru Holiday Light Extravaganza has returned to Kensico Dam Plaza with thousands lights and magical holiday animations. Starting Friday November 25th at 6 p.m., the festive celebration takes place five consecutive weeks through January 1, 2023. End times vary per night. For more information and ticket prices, visit https://www.wwinterwonderland.com/.
Lasdon Park Annual Holidays on the Hill Train Show
2610 Route 35, Katonah, NY 10536
Ongoing through December
Stroll through the Lasdon Park holiday village where elves are busy working, reindeer nod to the melody of holiday music, and happy snowmen wave a cheerful welcome to visitors. With 12 operating train tracks in the Conservatory, there is so much to see and experience! Bridges, tunnels, ramps, waterfalls, and more all tucked within colorful flowers and botanical displays. For more information and ticket prices, visit https://www.lasdonpark.org/.
Upcoming Village Meetings
Please note that all board meetings are being held in-person at the Stanley H. Kellerhouse Municipal Building, unless stated otherwise:
- Thursday, December 8 | 6:00 PM – 125th Anniversary Committee Meeting
- Monday, December 12 | 7:00 PM – Board of Trustees Work Session
- Tuesday, December 13 | 7:00 PM – Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting
- Tuesday, December 13 | 8:00 PM – Planning Board Meeting
- Monday, December 19 | 7:00 PM – Board of Trustees Meeting
Recordings of the statuary board meetings (Board of Trustees, Planning & Zoning) are available under the Village’s live stream channel.
Do you have an item you wish to submit to the Village for inclusion in this e-blast? Please fill out the event submission form located on our website.