Croton Community Calendar - November 6th Edition

 

Wednesday, November 6 – 1 to 3 PM

Croton Free Library

 

Are you serious about fiber arts? This is a hands-on session for those who use fiber as their expressive medium and want to meet others who do the same. Please bring some work in progress or new ideas to develop and share. We have some tools and materials, but bring along whatever you need. Meetings are the first Wednesday of each month. Led by Mary McFerran and Judy Scheck.

 

Thursday, November 7 – 7 to 9 PM

Croton Free Library

 

Developed by a stagecoach maker in lower Manhattan, Westchester County’s first railroad, the New York & Harlem Railroad, arrived in the 1840s. Since commuting by train allowed convenient short travel, its arrival accelerated growth and commerce throughout the county due to New York City’s proximity. Within the same decade, the New Haven Railroad arrived in Westchester from New England, followed by the upstate-backed Hudson River Railroad in 1849. At its peak in 1930 and on the eve of the Great Depression, Westchester County maintained as many as eight rail lines and branches. Today, three of the county’s original rail lines, the Harlem line, the New Haven line, and the Hudson line, are still in use and as busy as ever. Kent W. Patterson, who worked for MTA Metro-North as well as its predecessor railroad, will tell the story of railroads in Westchester. His presentation is based on his book Rails Around Westchester County, published by Arcadia Publishing.

 

Saturday, November 9 – 9 to 11 AM

Brinton Brook Sanctuary

 

The SMRA 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. Check the online Google calendar at sawmillriveraudubon.org if any question about severe weather cancellation. 

 

Saturday, November 9 – 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM

Croton Free Library

 

Potential babysitters build essential skills for responsible childcare through this four-hour course. Amanda (Tucker) Lisk, a first-grade teacher, gives hands-on instruction on several topics, including: interviewing and communication tips; ages/stages of young babies and toddlers; safety and first-aid; feeding and caring for children (including diaper changing). She will administer a simple test at the completion of the course and distribute certificates. Bring paper and pen – and your lunch! For youngsters ages 10 and up. Registration required. Register in person or by phone (914-271-6612) during open library hours.

 

Sunday, November 10 – 11 AM

Croton Gorge Park

 

Easy 2-mile (total) hike north along the Aqueduct and atop the beautiful Croton Dam. Meet near the restrooms at the parking lot at Croton Gorge Park. The leader of the hike will discuss the history and construction of the Old Croton Aqueduct and the features of the Croton Dam, the trailhead of the Aqueduct Trail. The Aqueduct was completed in 1842 to supply water to a thirsty New York City.

 

Sunday, November 10 – 1 PM

Croton Point Nature Center

 

Join the L.A. Brennan Lower Hudson Chapter of the NYS Archaeological Assoc. to learn about the General Slocum disaster. A side-wheel passenger boat, she was carrying over 1,300 people, mainly from the Lower East Side of Manhattan, on a day’s outing to Oyster Bay on June 15, 1904. Tragedy struck the boat soon after departing from lower Manhattan with over 1,000 people perishing. It was the greatest loss of life from a single event in New York’s history until 9/11. Eugene Boesch will discuss the horrible incident, less well-known than the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire or the sinking of the Titanic, as well as ongoing historical research related to the event conducted along the Bronx shoreline. This event is free and open to the public.

 

Sunday, November 10 – 2 PM

Croton Free Library

 

Taking great music local, the Hudson Valley String Quartet is dedicated to bringing great string quartet literature to the Hudson Valley’s concert scene. “Hidden Gems – Publishing Problems” features snafus — from missing movements to musical experiments made available to the general public. Marka Young, David Fiedler, violins; Lauren Buono, viola; Jeanne Fox, cello perform: Schubert’s String Quartet #10 in E-Flat Major, Op. 125, #1; Barber’s String Quartet, Op. 11; Rachmaninoff’s String Quartet # 1, and Beethoven’s String Quartet “Serioso” Op. 95.

 

Sunday, November 10 – 3 to 4:30 PM

Holy Name of Mary Parish Center Meeting Room 3

 

"Reducing Food Waste for Real Climate Impact" Presented by Martha Elder, Exec. Director of Second Chance Foods. What are the humanitarian & environmental costs of food waste? Why is food called the single strongest lever to optimize human health & environmental sustainability? What is Second Chance doing about it?

 

Monday, November 11 – 11 AM

Veterans Corners

 

All residents are invited to join American Legion Fox-Eklof Post 505 in honoring Croton’s veterans on Monday, November 11. The ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. at the Croton Veterans’ Monument at Veterans Corners (intersection of Cleveland Dr. and Old Post Rd. S.).

In the case of inclement weather, the ceremony will be held in the gymnasium at Holy Name of Mary Church.

 

Monday, November 11 – Noon to 4 PM

Croton Yacht Club

 

Once again, the Croton Yacht Club will be opening its doors and hearts to Croton’s community of veterans and active military to thank them for their service and sacrifices made on our behalf. The event will commence at noon and include a brief ceremony followed by a luncheon which will be free of charge for all village veterans and spouses, surviving spouses of veterans, active military and spouses. To offset the luncheon expenses, it is suggested that all non-military attendees donate $15 per adult and $5 per teen over 16, children are free. Any net proceeds realized from the luncheon will be donated to Croton Harmon VFW Post 5197. Residents who would like to attend this event should contact Dennis Kooney, by email at dennis@kooney.net or by phone at 914-271-6384.

 

Wednesday, November 13 – 7 to 9 PM

Cortlandt Town Hall

 

Join Assemblywoman Sandy Galef as she hosts a community conversation on climate change and discusses what we can do to make a difference. Speakers include Mark Lowery, NYS DEC Assistant Director, Office of Climate Change, Donovan Gordan, NYSERDA Director of Clean Heating and Cooling Program, Conor Bambrick, Environmental Advocates of New York Climate Director and Chandu Visweswariah, Utopis Insights Founding President and CEO.

 

Wednesday, November 13 – 7:30 PM to 9 PM

Holy Name of Mary Parish Center Meeting Room 5

 

All are welcome! Join us to kick off the 2019-20 ski season and plan family-oriented day trips and weekend trips. The 2020 season calendar will be discussed and deposits for our March 6-8 Killington trip package deal will be accepted. Westchester Skiers & Riders is a Croton-based winter sports club and the first Westchester ski & snowboard club with a family focus. WSR is a member of the Metro NY Ski Council. All skill levels are welcome.

 

Saturday-Sunday, November 16-17 – 10 AM to 3 PM

Croton Free Library

 

The Croton Free Library Book and Bake sale is back. There will be a tremendous variety of books, music, and DVDs. The selection is great for all ages at prices that cannot be beat. Also come and enjoy homemade baked goods for sale to take home or eat while you explore. Sunday, after 2PM, all items are reduced to $1 (except those specially marked and mass market books which are regularly 4 for $1) and baked goods are buy 1, get 1. This is a great way to support the library. Please also consider volunteering at the sale. The volunteer signup is available at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0e4da9a62fa7fe3-november4.

 

Saturday, November 16 – 11 AM to Noon

Municipal Building Community Room

 

A 1-hour presentation - using PowerPoint slides, a paper handout, and brief talks by two electric vehicle owners (Niall Kelleher and Lindsay Audin) - followed by an outdoor demonstration of how to use one of Croton's EV chargers at the Municipal Building. Hosted by the Village of Croton-on-Hudson Sustainability Committee.

 

Sunday, November 17 – 11:30 AM to 2 PM

Temple Israel of Northern Westchester

 

NOSH 2019, sponsored by the Brotherhood of Temple Israel of Northern Westchester, is a fun, family-friendly, Jewish-themed, food tasting and food. Local restaurants and caterers serve food samples at stations throughout our space while participants enjoy delicious items from around the county. Come taste items for a future event or just to get your fix of local Jewish deliciousness!  Buy tickets here: www.tinw.org/event/nosh2019.html.

 

Tuesday, November 19 – 3:30 to 5 PM

Croton Free Library

 

Come spend an afternoon at the Croton Free Library and make a goddess bracelet. It’s easy for beginners and no experience necessary. Great way to get into beading for someone who would like to get started. All materials are included. For tweens, teens and adults. Registration required.

 

 

All Village meetings are held at the Stanley H. Kellerhouse Municipal Building unless otherwise noted:

 

*Shown live on Channel 78. Regular meetings are rebroadcast at 8 PM on Wednesdays and Fridays.

 

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