Village Of Croton-On-Hudson: Croton Community Calendar - October 13th Edition

Press release from the Village of Croton-on-Hudson:

October 13, 2021

Upcoming Events in Croton-on-Hudson – 10/13/21 to 10/27/21

Creative Journaling for Tweens & TeensTuesdays in October | 3:30 PM – 4:30 PMCroton Free Library, Front LawnJoin the Croton Free Library to express yourself and find a community through writing, doodling, and more. Led by teacher Lori Jo Siegel, this free club offers the opportunity to experiment creatively and make writing a habit. No particular writing or art skill is required. To register, email gglazer@wlsmail.org or just drop by. Short Story GroupTuesdays in October | 6 PM – 7 PMCroton Free Library, Front LawnIf you are interested in reading more often this fall, but do not have time to read an entire book, then join the Croton Free Libraries’ Short Story Group. The group began on Tuesday, September 21, and will run for 6 weeks. Individuals are free to join in at any time during these 6 weeks.Each week, they will read and discuss a different short story by a contemporary writer.Visit http://crotonfreelibrary.org/book-clubs for more details and a full list of stories. Journaling with SeniorsWednesdays in October | 12 PM – 1 PMCroton Free Library, Ottinger RoomJournaling for Seniors is a new program for community seniors offered by the Croton Free Library. This free club offers older adults the chance to express themselves through writing, doodling, and more. No particular writing or art skills required. Supplies is provided. Offered in partnership with Croton Caring. Space is limited to 12 participants, so sign up today.Registration is required: To do so, either email gglazer@wlsmail.org or call 914.271.6612. Mah Jongg Lessons for BeginnersThursdays in October | 10 AM – 11 AMCroton Free LibraryLearn the fun and mentally stimulating game of mah jongg with the Croton Free Library. These lessons are open to adults. Sign up for this five-week lesson series for beginners. All players must wear masks.Space is limited, and seats are capped at 12. Registration is required.To register, email gglazer@wlsmail.org or call 914.271.6612. Mah Jongg Free Play for Experienced PlayersThursdays in October | 11 AM – 12:30 PMCroton Free LibraryEnjoy playing mah jongg with other experienced players with the Croton Free Library. Open to adults. Players can use the library’s set, or bring their own. All players must wear masks.To register, email gglazer@wlsmail.org or call 914.271.6612. Sandy Richards WellnessSundays in October | 4 PM – 5 PMZoom CallSandy Richards Wellness programs empowers moms and daughters to develop simple healthy lifestyle habits that can be adopted for the long term. Each program, workshop, retreat, and event are carefully designed for moms and daughters to feel empowered, and motivated to continue to have a healthy & authentic connection together.This four-part virtual wellness series will feature exercising, cooking, journaling, learning yoga, talking all things sleep, self-care, and clean living.Individuals are free to sign up at any point until the event ends on Sunday, October 24. To RSVP for the Zoom meeting, visit https://sandyrichardswellness.com/. Community Service Opportunity with the Library: Train the TutorsWednesday, October 13 | 3:30 PM – 5 PMCroton Free LibraryLearn to help kids with their schoolwork as a paid job or a volunteer opportunity at the Croton Free Library. Experienced teacher Lee Klein will discuss effective ways to tutor K-8 students and connect with them one-on-one. This free workshop will take place at the library (outdoors if weather permits). Participants will earn 1.5 hours of community service credit. Email gglazer@wlsmail.org to register, and please specify which session you want to join, as there will be a second session on Saturday, October 16 from 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM. Croton Trails Clean-UpSaturday, October 16 | 9 AM – 10:30 AMMunicipal BuildingJoin members of the Croton Trails Committee to help clean up the various trails in the Village. This is a rain or shine event. Please bring a garbage bag, gloves, water, mask, and any tools that you may find useful (loppers, folding saw, grass whip, etc). Bird WalkSunday, October 17, and Wednesday, October 27 | 8 AMCroton Point ParkJoin the Saw Mill River Audubon Society for their bi-monthly bird walk at Croton Point Park. Attendees must register online and space is limited to 20 people. Vaccinations are required of all attendees. If full, join the waitlist as new spaces open weekly. Click the following link for more details and for registration: www.sawmillriveraudubon.org/register-trips Puppets, Songs, & Story TimeMondays, October 18 & 25 | 2:30 PM – 3:30 PMCroton Free Library, Front LawnJoin the Croton Free Library for puppets, songs, and story time on the front lawn of the Croton Free Library. Make puppets from favorite characters in stories and songs! The library plans to nurture imagination and creativity in a fun environment, create puppets of all kinds and use them to act out stories. Perfect for kids 4-8 years old and free for everyone. Peekskill Amateur Radio Club PresentationFriday, October 22 | 7 PM – 8 PMZoom CallThis is an informational presentation about the many facets of amateur radio, with the goal of raising awareness of the hobby and for the Peekskill / Cortlandt Amateur Radio Association (PCARA). PCARA is the local amateur radio club for the Croton-on-Hudson area, with several of the members being Croton residents. To access the Zoom room, go to https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86042790057Visit http://www.pcara.org, or email mail@pcara.org for further information. Croton Point History HikeSaturday, October 23 | 9 AM – 11 AMCroton Point ParkJoin the Croton Historical Society to explore Croton Point’s fascinating history—particularly the legends about the place where Captain Kidd was said to have buried treasure. The hike will last roughly 1.5 to 2 hours.This event is free. Meet at the gate to the RV park, where parking is available. Ages 6 and up; wear sturdy shoes. Halloween Window PaintingSaturday, October 23 | 9 AM – 2 PMGet into the spirit of the season by decorating a Halloween-themed window. The annual Halloween Window Painting is being coordinated with participating stores throughout the Village. The rain date will be Sunday, October 24, from 9 AM to 2 PM.Space is limited: find the registration form on the Village website under recreation. Pumpkin Painting with the Croton Police DepartmentSaturday, October 23 | 2 PM – 5 PMVassallo ParkJoin the Croton Police Department for Pumpkin Painting. Bring your children and enjoy some seasonal fun! Come dressed in your spookiest Halloween costumes. Refreshments, snacks, and entertainment will be provided.In the occurrence of rain, the event will be held at the Municipal Building, community room. Flu & Covid-19 ShotsSunday, October 24 | 1 PM – 5 PMCroton Free LibraryThe Croton Free Library will be hosting a pop-up vaccine clinic in conjunction with Sav-Mor Pharmacy for anyone age 4+ (flu vaccine) or 12+ (Covid-19 vaccine).  Get your flu vaccine, Covid-19 vaccine, or both, at the Croton Free Library. No appointment is required. The event will be outdoors, weather permitting. If raining, the event will be held inside the library. Please wear a mask and bring your insurance card. The shots are free with most major insurances.For information on the vaccines, call Save-Mor Pharmacy at 914-271-2900. Christopher Columbus and Indigenous Peoples DayWednesday, October 27 | 7 PMZoom CallPlease join the Village of Croton Diversity and Inclusion Committee for the upcoming discussion on the polarized perceptions of one of America’s most debated historical figures – Christopher Columbus – and the day that was originally named for him. Share your views on the celebration vs. the controversy in a conversation that welcomes all points of view. RSVP to coh.di.committee@gmail.com by October 26 for Zoom information. Videos/articles to review in advance can be found on the Village D&I Discussion page here: https://www.crotononhudson-ny.gov/diversity-and-inclusion-committee/page. Assemblywoman Sandy Galef Town Hall Meeting on Climate ChangeWednesday, October 27 | 7 PM – 9 PMZoom CallJoin State Assemblywoman Sandy Galef at her town hall meeting for residents of the Town of Cortlandt (including Croton-on-Hudson). Residents are invited to participate by submitting comments or just viewing/listening. To RSVP and receive a Zoom link, please email galefs@nyassembly.gov. 

Upcoming Village Meetings

Please note that all board meetings are back to being held in-person at the Stanley H. Kellerhouse Municipal Building, unless stated otherwise: 

• Wednesday, October 13 | 8 PM – Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting
• Monday, October 18 | 7 PM – Board of Trustees Meeting
• Wednesday, October 20 | 7:30 PM – Bicycle & Pedestrian Committee Meeting
• Monday, October 25 | 7 PM – Board of Trustees Work Session
• Tuesday, October 26 | 7 PM – Fire Council Meeting
  • Held at Harmon Firehouse
• Tuesday, October 26 | 8 PM – Planning Board Meeting

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This press release was produced by the Village of Croton-on-Hudson. The views expressed here are the author’s own.