Croton Community Calendar: May 10th Edition
A list of upcoming events in Croton-on-Hudson
Posted on: May 10, 2023 - 9:44am
Croton Friends of History: New Croton Dam
Thursday, May 11th, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Croton Free Library, Ottinger Room
By any measure, the New Croton Dam is an engineering marvel. For 14 years (from 1892 to 1906) as many as 1,000 workers used more than 500 pieces of heavy machinery, 745,000 barrels of cement, 100,000 tons of coal and an incalculable quantity of locally quarried stone to build the dam. It is said to be the third largest hand-hewn structure in the world after the Great Pyramid of Giza and the Great Wall of China. Village Historian Marc Cheshire will describe the construction process and the lasting impact the project had on the village.
Croton Community Nursery School Annual Mayfair
Saturday, May 13th, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
25 Van Wyck Street, Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520
Croton Community Nursery School is hosting their annual Mayfair, Saturday May 13th, from 10-2pm. Come enjoy hot food off our grill, baked goods and more. There will be a bounce house, carnival games, a visit from Croton Police, a silent auction and more! This is great family event and a great way to support CCNS!
Tree Seedling Giveaway
Saturday, May 13th, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Senasqua Park
The Village of Croton-on-Hudson is sponsoring a Tree Seedling giveaway in partnership with the Conservation Advisory Council on Saturday, May 13th in Senasqua Park. One and two-year seedlings from the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation’s tree nursery in Saratoga Springs will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, one per person, until supplies run out. Available varieities: Bear Oak, River Birch, Pussy Willow, American Witchhazel.
Gouveia Park Community Cleanup
Saturday, May 13th, 2023, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
1300 Albany Post Rd, Croton-On-Hudson, NY 10520
C.L.E.A.N will be conducting a community cleanup at Gouveia Park, focusing on the parts of the property adjacent to Albany Post Road, where there’s a great deal of trash, including discarding tires. As there are some weedy / brushy area, best to wear long sleeved shirts, long pants as well as insect repellent boots. Work gloves help, too. Bright colors help too, though we have some hi-vis vests we can supply. We will also supply trash bags and latex gloves for those that need them. For more info, contact john@johnealer.com.
Demystifying Medicare
Saturday, May 13th, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Municipal Building Community Room, 1 Van Wyck Street, Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520
Demystifying Medicare is a free program, perfect for anyone trying to navigate our complicated healthcare system for older adults. It’s for people who already have Medicare, as well as those soon to be 65, planning their retirement, or assisting relatives and friends with paperwork and medical decisions. In this engaging interactive session, you will learn about the various parts of Medicare and the costs associated with medical and drug insurance provided by the government and private companies. Topics include:
- Original Medicare
- Medicare Advantage Plans
- Prescription drug plans (Part D)
- Medigaps (supplemental plans)
- Various cost-saving programs (MSPs,
- Extra Help, EPIC, etc.
Pre-registration requested, but walk-ins welcome. Register online here. Questions? Call (914) 271-5804 or visit www.crotononhudson-ny.gov/seniors.
Strange Bedfellows: The M&M Performing Arts Company
Saturday, May 13th, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Croton Free Library
Come to the Croton Free Library for the M&M Performing Arts Company's touring production of Strange Bedfellows — two unlikely plays about unlikely relationships! Free and open to all. No reservations required, but seating is limited. First come, first served.
Veterans Golf Fundraiser
Wednesday, May 17th, 10:00 AM to 7:30 PM
Hudson Hills Gold Course, 400 Croton Dam Rd, Ossining, NY 10562
On May 17th, ShopRite of Croton will host a Veterans Golf Fundraiser to benefit its annual ShopRite Veterans Campaign at Hudson Hills Golf Course. RSVP by May 15th to secure a spot. If you are interested in learning more, contact Grace at 845-492-0613.
Westchester County Salute to Seniors
Wednesday, May 17th, 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Croton Point Park
Enjoy the 55th Annual Salute to Seniors event on Wednesday, May 17, 2023 from 10:00 am - 12:30 pm at Croton Point Park located in Croton-on-Hudson. The Salute to Seniors event will feature music and information on programs, products, and services targeted to our senior community. Take part in the celebration of the seniors in our community, receive a complimentary lunch, and enjoy all there is to offer for our seniors. Businesses and non-profit organizations serving seniors throughout Westchester County are all welcome to participate. For more information or to complete an application, please visit the Westchester Public/Private Partnership website.
Birthday Celebration of the life and legacy of Lorraine Hansberry
Saturday, May 20, 2023 - 4:00pm
Bethel Cemetery
The Lorraine Hansberry Coalition of Croton invites the whole community to join in the annual birthday celebration of the life and legacy of Lorraine Hansberry on Saturday, May 20th at 4:00 pm.The event will take place at Bethel Cemetery, at the intersection of Peter Beet Lane and Cleveland Drive. This year's event will be an informal gathering with limited seating provided. Those who wish to speak are welcome to do so!
Village Voices Art Exhibit Reception
Saturday, May 20th, 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Hudson Valley, 2021 Albany Post Road
Celebrating people and places from the Village of Croton-on-Hudson through paintings, sketches, etchings, encaustic art, photographs, sculpture, pottery, tapestries, and more. The reception on Saturday, May 20th is free, and everyone is welcome. Come and enjoy some great art, talk to the artists, and have fun! More info at croton125.org.
125th Anniversary Trolley Tour and Dine Around Town
Sunday, May 21st, 4:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Save the date - Join the 125th Anniversary Committee for a Trolley Tour of Croton-on-Hudson on May 21st! Join us for a taste of Croton with a Dine Around Town! From 4:00 - 7:30 PM, hop on the trolley and enjoy tastings and specials on food and beverages at local restaurants across the Village. No reservation is required. An evening to celebrate Croton!
Open Arms for Refugees Sunset Soiree
Thursday, May 25th, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Croton Yacht Club
Open Arms for Refugees is hosting its first Sunset Soiree to celebrate its work of building new lives, making treasured friendships and creating beautiful communities together, one refugee, one family, at a time. Open Arms for Refugees is a network of volunteers and community organizations drawn from Ossining, Cold Spring and surrounding towns, formed in 2021 to help newly arrived refugees, escaping persecution in their native lands, to find welcome and support as they transition to life in our Northern Westchester communities. In that brief time span, Open Arms has successfully effected five resettlements in 2022, and an additional three so far in 2023. Our newest neighbors come from Afghanistan, Colombia and the Ukraine! Tickets are $50, reservations required. Cash bar for beer and wine. Dress casually for a comfortable evening with friends! For more information, and reservations, go to: https://openarmsforrefugees.org/sunsetsoiree/
Community Blood Drive
Saturday, May 27, 2023 - 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Croton Free Library, 171 Cleveland Drive
The New York Blood Center will be hosting a blood drive at the Croton Free Library, 171 Cleveland Drive, on Saturday, May 27th, 2023 from 10 AM to 4 PM. Appointments preferred, but walk-ins welcome if drive capacity permits. To sign up, call 1-800-933-2566 or register online at https://donate.nybc.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/305484
Village Memorial Day Ceremony
Monday, May 29th, 11:00 AM
Veteran's Corner
Join the Village of Croton-on-Hudson as we remember those who served and made the ultimate sacrifice on Monday, May 29th at 11:00 AM at Veterans Corner (Old Post Road South, Cleveland Drive and Radnor Avenue).
The Old Mill Singers 50th Anniversary Concerts
Saturday, June 3rd at 7:00 PM and Sunday, June 4th at 3:00 PM
Julie Harris Theater, the Clearview School, 480 Albany Post Rd., Briarcliff Manor, NY
The Old Mill Singers are celebrating their 50th Anniversary with a special concert on June 3rd and June 4th. (Please note: there are two concert dates and times. Saturday, June 3rd at 7PM and Sunday, June 4th at 3PM. The concert length is approximately 2-3 hours). The concert is in memory of the founding and 40 year musical director, Gary Bratt, and longstanding member and President, John Massey. The concert will include a wide range of musical selections from rock and pop to show tunes, classical and some of our honorees' favorites. Something for everyone! New members are always welcome to join; the only requirement is the ability to sing in tune. More info at oldmillsingers.org
Summerfest 2023
Sunday, June 4th, 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Upper Village (Grand Street/Old Post Road South)
The Village of Croton-on-Hudson will host its 35th Annual Summerfest on Sunday, June 4th, 2023. This year's festivities will kick off with a parade honoring the Village's 125th Anniversary. From 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM, the streets of the Upper Village (Grand Street/Old Post Road South) will be filled with live music, entertainment, delicious food & street vendors. More info at crotonsummerfest.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:
- Wednesday, May 10 | 8:00pm – Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting
- Thursday, May 11 | 6:00pm –125th Anniversary Committee Meeting
- Monday, May 15 | 7:00pm – Board of Trustees Work Session
- Tuesday, May 16 | 8:00pm – Planning Board Meeting
- Wednesday, May 17 | 7:30pm – Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee Meeting
- Monday, May 22 | 7:00pm – 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.