Things to Know: Holiday Parking in Effect; Hanukkah Extravaganza Today

1. Members of the Benevolent Association are seeking unwrapped toys for the annual holiday toy drive through Tuesday. Items for infants through teenagers (excluding stuffed animals) will be given to the Maria Fareri Children's Hospital at Westchester Medical Center next week. Read more about the drive .

2. The  (on Pleasantville's Bear Ridge Road) is hosting a full day event for the whole family, beginning at 10 a.m. today. At the , expect tons of handmade crafts from Israeli artists and entertainment and activities for the kids.

3. Save your quarters—Pleasantville's official went into effect this weekend. All but the 12-hour meters are now covered and don't require payment, but time limits are still being enforced. Why not use this as an opportunity to ? Briarcliff Manor's downtown parking has also been extended to two hours for the holidays, so take your time in the business district.

4. Collect fresh eggs, make elderberry & thyme syrups and more at  in Pocantico Hills as part of its . See photos from yesterday's happenings .

5. Have you checked out Patch's yet? Decorate your home to the nines for the holidays and you could win $100,000 for your local public schools or up to $500 for your December electric bill! Learn more and submit a photo or video of your holiday home here.

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