Croton Community Calendar: March 13th Edition
The Real Story: The Capture of Major John André & Discovery of Benedict Arnold's Treason
Croton Free Library
On September 23, 1780, Tarrytown was the site of an event that altered the outcome of the Revolutionary War: the capture of British spy Major John André. Almost immediately, fabrications and fake news sprang up to challenge the facts of the event. This presentation will cover the astounding true story of the capture as well as examine many myths and inaccuracies that persist in popular imagination through today. Char Weigel is VP for Special Projects for Revolutionary Westchester 250, formerly chair of the History and Interdisciplinary Departments at The Shipley School and on the board of the Historical Society Serving Sleepy Hollow & Tarrytown, Weigel presents and publishes articles on Westchester County history, and guides walking tours for NY State's Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and The Historical Society.
Cortlandt Repair Café
Muriel H. Morabito Community Center, located at 29 Westbrook Drive in Cortlandt Manor
The Town of Cortlandt is excited to announce its first-ever Repair Café that will take place on Saturday, March 16, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Muriel H. Morabito Community Center, located at 29 Westbrook Drive in Cortlandt Manor. The Repair Café is sponsored by the Town of Cortlandt and the Village of Croton-on-Hudson. Please note that registration is full for this event!
Safe Harbor Bereavement Group
National Quilting Day Workshop
Our Saviour Lutheran Church will be host a National Quilting Day workshop on Saturday,March 16th. Learn about quilting and help make quilts to be distributed to people in need around the world. Your helping hands can cut, tie, pin, iron, and sew. No experience necessary - all are welcome! Light refreshments will be served. Our Saviour will also be collecting donations of clean cotton sheets or large pieces of fabric for quilts.
Maple Commons Information Session
The application period for Maple Commons (43-45 Maple Street) is now open. The Village and Regan Development Corporation have scheduled a series of information sessions where interested individuals can ask questions about the application process and receive assistance in completing their application. If you have any questions about the application and cannot attend these sessions, you can call 914-332-4144 or email hac@affordablehomes.org.
Croton Free Library Concert: Music in Film!
Grammy-nominated drummer and movie producer Richard Baratta brings his acclaimed and all-star studded sextet for an afternoon of Music in Film! The band's jazz/Latin arrangements of renowned movie compositions from Richard's 35 years in the film business will swing and delight. Free and open to all! This program is appropriate for children. No tickets required. First come, first served.
New York State Boating Safety & Personal Watercraft Certification Course
The Croton Yacht Club, located at 6 Elliott Way in Croton-on-Hudson, will be hosting a New York State Boating Safety & Personal Watercraft Certification Course on Sunday, March 24th from 9:00 AM – 5:00PM. The course is being offered by the New York Boating Safety organization and the fee is $75.00 per student. Pre-registration is suggested by visiting: https://nyboatingsafety.com/product/new-york-state-safe-boater-jet-ski-certi
Writing Workshop: Good Stories with Esther Cohen
Novelist Esther Cohen will help you write the story you’ve always wanted to write using exercises and prompts. Everyone will also be invited to add their "us" to the stories in Cohen's most recent book, All of Us: Stories and Poems Along Route 17. Free and open to anyone age 12+, but registration is required! Sign up on the Library's website or call 914-271-6612.
Maple Commons Information Session
The application period for Maple Commons (43-45 Maple Street) is now open. The Village and Regan Development Corporation have scheduled a series of information sessions where interested individuals can ask questions about the application process and receive assistance in completing their application. If you have any questions about the application and cannot attend these sessions, you can call 914-332-4144 or email hac@affordablehomes.org.
Youth Fishing Derby at Croton Point Park
Westchester County Parks and the Hudson River Fishermen’s Association will host their inaugural Youth Fishing Derby on Saturday, April 6, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Croton Point Park in Croton-on-Hudson. Children ages 8 through 16 are invited to participate. Adult/parental supervision is required. Equipment and bait will be provided, or you can bring your own. Check in is at 9:30 a.m.; derby starts at 10 a.m. Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. Pre-registration is required through Eventbrite for this free event. Rain date is Sunday, April 7. Deadline for registration is Friday, April 5. For more information visit https://parks.westchestergov.com/youth-fishing-derby or call (914) 231-4645.
C.L.E.A.N - Senasqua / Croton Landing Community Cleanup
The Croton Litter-Free Education Advocacy Neighborhood initiative (C.L.E.A.N.) will host a Community Cleanup on Saturday 4/6 , 10 AM -11:30 AM, weather permitting. CLEAN is collaborating with Cub Scout Pack 28 on a joint effort to clean the entire waterfront this spring. Please bring heavy gloves and bright clothes. Meet at Senasqua Park. The group will be cleaning Senasqua Park and as much of the Riverfront as possible in preparation for the Village’s Earth Day Celebration.
Maple Commons Information Session
The application period for Maple Commons (43-45 Maple Street) is now open. The Village and Regan Development Corporation have scheduled a series of information sessions where interested individuals can ask questions about the application process and receive assistance in completing their application. If you have any questions about the application and cannot attend these sessions, you can call 914-332-4144 or email hac@affordablehomes.org.
Circle School Tag Sale
Back again for two days of shopping this spring, Circle School's much-anticipated kid centered tag sale! Get excited to shop for baby & kid clothing (size newborn through big kid 16/18), maternity clothing, shoes, coats, & outerwear, all kinds of baby gear, strollers, books, puzzles, games, and toys of all kinds, and SO SO MUCH MORE! Many items priced at just $1. Discounted items on Sunday! All proceeds go to Circle School. **DONATION DAYS: April 10th & 11th, 9 am - 6 pm, April 12th, 9 am - 3 pm** No donations will be accepted outside of these designated times.
Douglas Dunn & Dancers: The Three-Body Problem
Douglas Dunn and seven of his company dancers, along with musician Jerome Begin, will present The Three-Body Problem, adapted for Croton Free Library's Ottinger Room. The audience will be seated along the long semicircular arc of windows. Dancers will perform for approximately 40 minutes, covering the spectrum from elegant to playful, with occasional moments of mischief. The performance will be followed by a Q&A moderated by curator Gabriella Hiatt. Free and open to all. This performance is appropriate for all ages. Registration is required! Sign ups open on Sunday, March 10 at 9am at crotonfreelibrary.org.
Vendor Applications Open for Earth Day Celebration
The Conservation Advisory Council will host their annual Earth Day Celebration on Saturday, April 27, 2024 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at Senasqua Park (Rain Date: May 4th). Featuring live music, hands-on activities, educational and environmental exhibits, and more. Interested vendors may apply to participate at https://croton.seamlessdocs.com/f/CrotonEarthDay
Croton FC Soccer Tryouts
Croton FC is a competitive Club/Travel program with nine soccer teams that play in the Westchester Youth Soccer League (WYSL). Croton FC will be holding open tryouts in April 2024 for the Fall 24 - Spring 25 season for (a) existing teams, and (b) to form new teams at the U9 level, boys and girls (2016 birth year). For more information, visit https://www.crotonfc.com/tryouts-for-24-25-season
Croton Business Council Presents: “What’s for Dinner?” Wednesdays
The Croton Business Council has partnered with participating hospitality retailers in the Village for “What's For Dinner?” Wednesdays in an effort to encourage residents to shop and eat local. Retailers offer to-go specials (in-dining and delivery not available) at a discount of 10-30% off menu prices. Dinner specials will be listed on the CBC Croton Business Council Facebook page, as well as various Croton Community pages each week. In-dining and delivery not available for featured specials.
Upcoming Village Meetings
- Board of Trustees Meeting - Wednesday, March 13th, 7:00pm
- Planning Board Meeting - Tuesday, March 19th, 8:00pm
- Board of Trustees Work Session - Wednesday, March 20th, 7:00pm
- Bicycle Pedestrian Committee Meeting - Thursday, March 21st, 7:30pm
- Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting - Thursday, March 21st, 8:00pm