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Croton Community Calendar: September 27th Edition

Posted on: September 27, 2023 - 3:25pm
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Mobile Shredder

Thursday, September 28th, 9:00 AM to Noon
Croton-Harmon Train Station Parking Lot A (overflow lot located near 1 Croton Point Avenue)
 
Westchester County is bringing the Mobile Shredder to Croton-on-Hudson on September 28th. Residents can bring up to 4 file-size (10”x12”x15”) boxes of confidential papers per household to Croton-on-Hudson from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. for shredding. 
 
  • Please remove all large binder clips and covers. 
  • Papers from businesses institutions or commercial enterprises are not acceptable and will be rejected as will any junk mail or newspapers.
  • Hard covers – cardboard or plastic covers on items such as ledger books marble composition books and hard-cover books – cannot be shredded and will be turned away
For questions about recycling call (914) 813-5425 the Recycling Helpline. For more information about the mobile shredder, please visit the Westchester County Department of Environmental Protection Mobile Shredder page.

Westchester County Multilingual Job Fair 

Thursday, September 28th, 2023 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
Westchester County Center, 198 Central Ave, White Plains.
 
Westchester County will be hosting a multilingual job fair on Thursday, September 28th from 9am to 12pm at the Westchester County Center, located at 198 Central Ave, White Plains. Participation and parking are free.

Community Read-In at the Croton Free Library

Saturday, September 30th, 10:00 AM to Noon
Croton Free Library Lawn
 

Kick off Banned Books Week with a Community Read-In at the Croton Free Library. Library staff and community guests will host a public storytime and read aloud from children's books that have been banned or challenged in the last decade. Adults, teens, and older kids are welcome to just bring a blanket or lawn chair and read together on the lawn. Rain or shine — the event will take place inside the Library's Ottinger Room if it's raining.

Village-Wide Tag Sale

Saturday, September 30th, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
 

The Village-Wide Tag Sale will take place on Saturday, September 30th, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. See a full list of participants, description of items for sale, and an interactive map at https://www.crotononhudson-ny.gov/home/news/5th-annual-village-wide-tag-sale

 

321 South Riverside Avenue Professional Building Open House & Ribbon Cutting

Saturday, September 30th, Noon to 4:00 PM
321 South Riverside Avenue Professional Building, Croton on Hudson, NY 10520
 

Open House September 30th from 12-4pm at 321 South Riverside Ave. Come meet the business owners that are eager to introduce themselves to the Croton community. Say hello to the lovely folks behind DW Design & Decor, Orchid & Elm, Kitson & Schuyler Law and DGA Insurance. There will be: -Giveaways -Music -Crafts for kids -Balloons -A special ribbon cutting ceremony For more information, feel free to contact Denise Wenacur at info@denisewenacur.com 

 

Community Blood Drive

Saturday, September 30th, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Municipal Building Community Room
 

The New York Blood Center will be hosting a blood drive in the Community Room at the Municipal Building. Appointments preferred, but walk-ins welcome if drive capacity permits. To sign up, call 1-800-933-2566 or https://donate.nybc.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/315446

 

39th Annual Croton Rotary Auto Show

Sunday, October 1st
Croton-Harmon Train Station
 
The 39th Annual Croton Rotary Auto Show will take place on Sunday, October 1st at the Croton-Harmon Train Station. The show features classic cars and the Electric Vehicle Corral. There will be food and fun for the kids, with a special Balloon Show at 1pm.

Train the Tutors Workshop

Sunday, October 1st, 1:30-2:30pm; Wednesday, October 4th, 4:00-4:00pm
Croton Free Library Creative Space
 
High-school students can learn to help kids with their schoolwork as a volunteer opportunity or a paid job! The Croton Free Library will hold two Train the Tutors workshops: Sunday, Oct. 1 1:30-2:30pm Wednesday, Oct. 4, 4-5pm Travis Moll, experienced tutor and teacher at PVC, will discuss effective ways to help K-8 students and connect with them one-on-one. This program qualifies high-school students to volunteer in the Library's Homework Help tutoring program to earn community service hours. This free workshop will take place in the Library's Creative Space. Participants will earn 1 hour of community service credit for the training. Registration required! Sign up now on the Library's website: crotonfreelibrary.org

Croton All-Business Meeting

Monday, October 2nd, 10:00 AM
Georgianna Grant Meeting Room, Stanley H. Kellerhouse Municipal Building 
 
All Croton businesses are invited to attend a meeting on Monday, October 2 from 10:00- 11:00am in the Georgianna Grant Room of the Municipal Building. The purpose of the meeting will be to: (1) hear directly from Croton businesses about their priorities and how Village government can help;  (2) be briefed by the Village Manager and representatives of our Board of Trustees on current and future projects and programs which could be of interest to Croton businesses; and (3) assist Croton businesses in organizing an ongoing group that will be similar to the regular businesses organizations that are typical in our neighboring communities. Please RSVP. Refreshments Will be Served.

The Bluechips @ Senasqua Park (Concert)

Friday, October 6th, 7:00 PM
Senasqua Park
 

Bring a blanket and some folding chairs, enjoy music and beautiful Hudson River sunset views! Music starts at 7:00 PM. Rain date September 30th, 2023. The Bluechips are a Rock and Roll Trio from the Hudson Valley, New York. Concert nights at Senasqua Park are free and open to all. 

Croton Business Council Oktoberfest

Saturday, October 7th (Rain Date October 14th), Noon to 6:00 PM
 
The Croton Business Council will host the Croton Oktoberfest on October 7 from 12 PM to 6 PM in the Upper Village on Grand Street. Over 65 Artisanal vendors from food, to drink, to retail, and a ramped up kinder-fest area for the little ones with bouncy houses galore and much much more! Live music all day, including The Blue Chips, Dos Belos, & The Black Coffee Blues Band. Shuttle bus transportation available from Croton Harmon Train Station all day long. Please contact crotonbusiness@gmail.com for more information regarding this event. 

Croton Fire Department Annual Fire Fair & Open House

Sunday, October 8th, 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Harmon Firehouse
 
The Croton-on-Hudson Fire Department will be hosting its annual "Fire Fair," a day dedicated to fire prevention, safety and education, and will feature several activities for children and adults.
 

College Essay Help for High School Seniors

Various dates in October
Zoom
 
COLLEGE ESSAY HELP, ONE-ON-ONE VIA ZOOM Croton resident Linda Simon, experienced English teacher and tutor, is offering free sessions in October for students! Get help with starting a college draft, editing a draft, or finishing up the final product. Free and available to any high school senior. To reserve for these remote sessions, email lindasimon.ny@gmail.com for 30-minute slots for a remote ZOOM session on Wed Oct 11, Thursday Oct 12, and Tuesday Oct 17, from 4:30-7:30 pm. Reservations are required. Full details on library website.

Circle School Kids Clothing & Toy Sale

Saturday, October 14th, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
119 Maple Street
 
It's coming! Mark your calendars and get ready! The Circle School Tag Sale is back and better than ever! Get excited to shop for baby, kid's & maternity clothing, toys of all kinds, books, games & puzzles, shoes, costumes & outerwear, baby gear, strollers and SO MUCH MORE! Fill a bag of gently used kid's clothing for only $20. Line up early and enter a raffle to win a free bag of clothing! Extended shopping hours for the first time ever!! Discounted prices starting at 1:00pm! Visit theevent page for more information: https://fb.me/e/1ef6yF8AR

125th Anniversary Scavenger Hunt

Saturday, October 14th, 10:00 AM to Noon
Croton Train Station Parking Lot A
 
Celebrate Croton's 125th Anniversary with a Scavenger Hunt! Clues will be given for locations throughout the Village, a car and cell phone are required to participate. Winners will be determined by the most correct answers and prizes to local food establishments will be awarded to the first 5 winners. All welcome! More info: https://www.crotononhudson-ny.gov/croton-125th-anniversary-committee/events/71231

Harry Chapin Memorial Run Against Hunger

Sunday, October 15, 2023 - 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM
 

The Harry Chapin Memorial Run Against Hunger will take place on Sunday, October 15th at the Croton-Harmon High School. There's a 1-Mile Fun Run, a 5K Race/Walk, and a 10K Race! The run supports the Croton-Cortlandt Food Pantry, Croton Caring, Caring for the Hungry & Homeless of Peekskill, Hillside Food Outreach, Feeding Westchester, WhyHunger as well as international organizations that fight hunger! More information and registration is available at runagainsthunger.com.

Demystifying Medicare Workshop

Sunday, October 15, 2023 - 1:30pm to 4:30pm
Croton Free Library
 

Attend the Demystifying Medicare Workshop on Sunday, Oct 15 from 1:30 – 4:30pm and learn how to navigate our complicated healthcare system for older adults. The workshop is 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. More details and registration at https://www.crotonfreelibrary.org/event/demystifying-medicare-and-healthcare-coverage-seniors

125 Cocktail Party

Sunday, October 15, 2023 - 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Croton Yacht Club
 

The Croton 125 committee would like to invite all Croton friends and neighbors to celebrate the125th anniversary at a cocktail party at the Croton Yacht Club on October 15, from 5 – 7 pm.  Tickets are $20 and include music, appetizers, and a cash bar.  There are limited tickets available due to the space limits of the Yacht Club. Please note that this is a 21+ event. No persons under 21 will be admitted. The deadline to purchase tickets is October 12th. Visit croton125.org or go to https://croton.seamlessdocs.com/f/125cocktailparty to purchase tickets. 

Police Advisory Committee Community Town Hall

Tuesday, October 17th, 2023, 6:00 PM
Georgianna Grant Meeting Room, Stanley H. Kellerhouse Municipal Building, 1 Van Wyck Street
 

The Village of Croton-on-Hudson Police Advisory Committee and Croton Police Department will host a Town Hall for the community on Tuesday, October 17th, 2023 at 6:00 PM. The Town Hall is an opportunity for residents to learn about the results of the 2023 Community Survey on Public Safety and Law Enforcement, a report from the Police Advisory Committee, as well as a presentation from the Croton Police Department. Questions and input from residents will be welcomed at the end of the meeting. The meeting will be held in the Georgianna Grant Meeting Room of the Municipal Building at 1 Van Wyck Street. Residents are invited to attend in person, or you can view the Town Hall meeting on Cable Channel 78, as well as on the Village’s website. Questions can be emailed by October 13th to crotonpoliceadvisorycommittee@gmail.com.

Upcoming Village Meetings

 
Please note that all board meetings are being held in-person at the Stanley H. Kellerhouse Municipal Building, unless stated otherwise:
 
  • Water Control Commission Meeting - Wednesday, September 27th, 4:30pm
  • 125th Anniversary Committee Meeting - Thursday, September 28, 2023 - 6:00pm
  • Arts & Humanities Advisory Council Meeting - Tuesday, October 3, 2023 - 7:00pm (@ Croton Free Library
  • Planning Board Meeting - Tuesday, October 3, 2023 - 8:00pm
  • Conservation Advisory Council Meeting - Wednesday, October 4, 2023 - 7:30pm

  • Police Advisory Committee Meeting -  Thursday, October 5, 2023 - 6:00pm

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.