Croton Community Calendar - June 12th Edition
Book It: The Nontraditional World of Artists’ Books with Elinor Stecker-Orel
Wednesday, June 12 – 7:30 PM
Croton Free Library
Booklovers think of books as being a stack of pages bound together between covers. But artists’ books are different. They are innovative, unique, handmade books created with unusual bindings, distinctive shapes, and nontraditional materials. The pages may be thin as tissue paper, hard as wood, or clear as glass. Elinor’s presentation spotlights artists’ books made with such unorthodox objects as sneaker innersoles, teabags, dominoes, slices of fruit … books that delight the eye and intrigue the imagination. Elinor was formerly senior editor at Popular Photography magazine, and she has written hundreds of articles for various publications, including National Geographic Traveler, The New York Times, Time, U.S.A. Today and Woman’s Day.
Book Buddy Orientation
Thursday, June 13 – 4 PM
Croton Free Library
Looking for fun community service? Join the Croton Free Library Book Buddy program! It’s a great way to get to know your community, and receive community service hours and volunteer hours while doing so. As a book buddy you will also get to help the children’s room staff with all kinds of cool and fun programs, including LEGOs, movies and arts and crafts. You will also be paired with younger children to help them read in a one-on-one setting. The Book Buddy program is for those entering grades 5th and up.
Fiber Drawing Workshop
Friday, June 14 – 11 AM to 4 PM
Croton Free Library
Explore a variety of drawing methods used by contemporary textile artists taught by exhibiting artist, Mary McFerran. After creating a simple line drawing, participants will learn how to machine stitch and hand embroidery on fiber materials. Materials provided. Limited to 8 participants. Registration required. For ages 15 and up.
“Afternoon at the Seaside” Performance
Friday, June 14 – 7 PM
Saturday, June 15 – 3 PM
Croton Academy of the Arts
Summertime, and the feeling is -- uneasy?! “Afternoon at the Seaside,” by Agatha Christie, is a one-act comedy melodrama set at a luxury British beach resort. A valuable pearl necklace has been stolen, and a local Inspector investigates the case with a cast of zany and eccentric characters. Tickets are $12/adults and $10/students. Reserve tickets at www.crotonacademy.org or purchase general admission at the door. Call 914-862-0988 for more information.
Star-Spangled Mystery with Marc Ferris
Friday, June 14 – 7:30 PM
Croton Free Library
Written in 1814, “The Star-Spangled Banner” holds an important – and controversial – place in United States history and continues to inflame passions to this day. In this presentation, author Marc Ferris relates the fascinating hidden history about our national anthem. Marc punctuates his presentation with live musical renditions of the original version of the “Star-Spangled Banner” and other tunes considered for anthem status in this broad sweep of American music and political history. Join Marc Ferris, the author of the acclaimed book Star-Spangled Banner: The Unlikely Story of America’s National Anthem, on Flag Day at the Croton Free Library.
2019 CACA Company Improv Show
Friday, June 14 – 8:30 to 10 PM
Croton Academy of the Arts
2019 caca Company Non-Graduation improv show! The caca Company troupe bids farewell to the school year by performing short and long form comedy. $5 general admission tickets available on line at crotonacademy.org or at the door starting at 8 PM.
The Balloonman, Chris Fuentes
Saturday, June 15 – 11 AM
Croton Free Library
Giant balloon sculptures and tales of outer space – Chris Fuentes, of the Westchester Balloon Company, brings his unique storytelling style to the Croton Free Library. Watch Chris construct the heroes of his stories – illustrating the summer reading theme, “A Universe of Stories!” Story-time takes on a brand-new dimension with fabulous balloon sculptures and loads of audience participation. Count down to a summer full of reading with us and fuel your imagination for lift-off. Be sure to drop by the Children’s Room this summer to learn about the fun activities taking place in the Croton Free Library. Find out how children can share their reading to earn prizes, by signing up for the Summer Reading Game.
“Cyber Seniors: Connecting Generations”
Tuesday, June 18 – 1:30 PM
Croton Free Library
A humorous and heartwarming feature documentary, CYBER-SENIORS adds to the important international conversation about the growing generation gap. Focusing on a group of senior citizens who take their first steps into cyber-space under the tutelage of teenage mentors, the film expertly renders a thought-provoking look at a spirited group of men and women who are enriched by digitally re-connecting with their families and each other. Finding their footing rather quickly, the group moves on to compete for the most YouTube views while swiftly building their online inventory of friends. In partnership with Bethel Springvale Inn Assisted Living.
Zoning Study Public Workshop
Tuesday, June 18 – 7:30 to 9 PM
Harmon Firehouse
The results of the recent zoning survey will be discussed at the next zoning update workshop, which will take place on Tuesday, June 18, at 7:30 PM at the Harmon Firehouse. At this meeting, attendees will also be broken into groups to further discuss and brainstorm issues. All residents are welcome to attend this meeting.
Diversity & Inclusion Committee Listening Session
Thursday, June 20 – 7 to 8:45 PM
Croton Free Library
The Diversity & Inclusion Committee is hosting their inaugural event on Thursday, June 20. The purpose of the event is for hearing stories on, and understanding issues of, diversity and inclusion that affect our community and its members. All are welcome. The Croton-on-Hudson Diversity & Inclusion Committee strives to develop and implement programs designed to create a spirit of diversity and inclusion for all who live, work in, and visit Croton. Your contributions during this listening session will help the committee shape future events and priorities.
Intro to TinkerCad
Sunday, June 23 – 1:30 PM
Croton Free Library
Library 3D experts will show how to create simple 3D objects using the web-based free software application (TinkerCad). Use basic shapes to put together a design and they’ll show you some of the things you can do with them. Registration Required. Sign up in person or call (914-271-6612) during library hours. For ages 14-18.
Care for Creation Movie Screening
Sunday, June 23 – 3 to 4:45 PM
Holy Name of Mary Parish Center (Meeting Rooms 3/4/5)
FREE screening of the National Geographic documentary Paris to Pittsburgh film with Q&A afterward. Co-sponsored by Interfaith Power & Light.
Upcoming Village Meetings
All Village meetings are held at the Stanley H. Kellerhouse Municipal Building unless otherwise noted:
- Wednesday, June 12: Zoning Board of Appeals (8 PM)
- Monday, June 17: Board of Trustees Meeting (8 PM)*
- Tuesday, June 18: Zoning Study Workshop (7:30 PM) – Harmon Firehouse
- Wednesday, June 19: Water Control Commission (7:30 PM)
- Thursday, June 20: Diversity & Inclusion Listening Session (7 PM) – Croton Library
- Thursday, June 20: Bicycle & Pedestrian Committee (7:30 PM)
- Tuesday, June 25: Fire Council (8 PM) – Washington Engine Co.
- Tuesday, June 25: Planning Board (8 PM)
*Shown live on Channel 78. Regular meetings are rebroadcast at 8 PM on Wednesdays and Fridays.
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