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Pound Ridge Holding Summer Jobs Fair Pound Ridge Holding Summer Jobs Fair
Pound Ridge Holding Summer Jobs Fair POUND RIDGE, N.Y. -- Anyone looking for summer employment in Pound Ridge should plan ahead at a recreation department job fair on Monday, Jan. 2. The summer job fair runs 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Conant Hall, 257 Westchester Ave.  People are invited to explore career opportunities for the Pound Ridge Town Pool and Day Camp. During the open house, people will be able to speak directly with Recreation Superintendent Dave Goldberg and staff members about the numerous positions available for the 2017 summer season.  Job opportunities include, Lifeguard Head guard Booth guard Camp Counselor Head c…

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by Cindy Capitani
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Bedford Audubon Kicking Off 2017 With Eagle Watch, Field Trips Bedford Audubon Kicking Off 2017 With Eagle Watch, Field Trips
Bedford Audubon Kicking Off 2017 With Eagle Watch, Field Trips KATONAH, N.Y. – The Bedford Audubon Society is offering what it believes to be a series of great opportunities to kick off 2017 with exercise, outdoors education and community involvement. Throughout January, the local chapter of the national nonprofit environmental organization has scheduled a host of activities designed to connect participants with nature and each other, according to event organizers. The events include: 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 11: The Native Plant Center’s Carol Capobianco is to deliver a lecture – “From Gardener and Birder to Bird Gardener” – at the Katonah Village …

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by James O'Rourke
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Recycle Your Christmas Trees At Lewisboro Boy Scouts' Fundraiser Recycle Your Christmas Trees At Lewisboro Boy Scouts' Fundraiser
Recycle Your Christmas Trees At Lewisboro Boy Scouts' Fundraiser LEWISBORO, N.Y. -- Now that the presents have been unwrapped, Lewisboro residents will soon be taking down those sparkling trees to get ready for the New Year. To help, the Lewisboro Boy Scout's Troop 1 are holding their annual Tree-Cycle fundraiser to help raise money for their yearlong events. During the event, held Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017, boy scouts will come to local residents' homes and pick-up their discarded trees curbside and take them to be recycled. This year tree pick-ups will be available in Lewisboro, Bedford, Pound Ridge and North Salem. The suggested donation is $20. Please …

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by K Reakes
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Take A Tour Of Somers Holiday Displays With 'Parade Of Lights' Take A Tour Of Somers Holiday Displays With 'Parade Of Lights'
Take A Tour Of Somers Holiday Displays With 'Parade Of Lights' SOMERS, N.Y. --  The Somers Lions Club will host a "Parade of Lights" on Friday in Somers. The event is part of Illuminate Somers 2016, a holiday light decorating competition organized by the Somers Lions. The Parade of Lights will give people the opportunity to tour the best holiday displays in Somers using the most efficient driving route, according to a release from the Somers Lions Club. The Parade of Lights will start in the Somers High School parking lot at 6 p.m. Each participating vehicle will receive glow sticks, so those in the caravan can be identified. The organizer…

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by Ken Davis
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Menorah Lightings Planned Across Northern Westchester Menorah Lightings Planned Across Northern Westchester
Menorah Lightings Planned Across Northern Westchester This year, Hannukah is scheduled to begin on Saturday, Dec. 24, which is also Christmas Eve. The relatively late start means that menorah-lighting ceremonies across the area will fall around the same time. Here is an overview of the events: Mount Kisco: Mount Kisco Hebrew Congregation, a local synagogue, is scheduled to hold a menorah lighting on Saturday, Dec. 24, beginning at 6 p.m. It will take plaza in front of the Mount Kisco Public Library and Village Hall.  Bedford: Chabad of Bedford announced that a menorah lighting will take place on Sunday, Dec. 25 at 4 p.m. It will be held on t…

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by Tom Auchterlonie
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South Salem Arts Center Presents 'Putnam County Spelling Bee' South Salem Arts Center Presents 'Putnam County Spelling Bee'
South Salem Arts Center Presents 'Putnam County Spelling Bee' SOUTH SALEM, N.Y. -- The Spring Street Arts Center at St. John's Church in South Salem will present a production of “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” performed by the Infinity Repertory Theatre Company on Friday and Saturdays, Jan. 13, 14, 20 and 21. The musical comedy has charmed audiences across the country with its effortless wit and humor, according to a release from the Spring Street Arts Center.  An eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives, the tweens…

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by Ken Davis
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Gun, Knife Show Will Return To Westchester County Center Gun, Knife Show Will Return To Westchester County Center
Gun, Knife Show Will Return To Westchester County Center WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- After a seven-year hiatus, gun shows are returning to the Westchester County Center in White Plains.  NorthEast Gun Shows and Westchester Collectors announced a two-day firearm and knife show/sale at the County Center for Jan. 21-22, the weekend after Inauguration Day. More details can be found by clicking here. After a gunman murdered 20 children and six teachers at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn., in November 2012, County Executive Rob Astorino canceled a show scheduled for February 2013 at County Center. There hasn't been one since. More than 3,600 p…

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by Jon Craig
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Hike, Art, Brunch Offered In Lewisboro '1st Day' Celebration Hike, Art, Brunch Offered In Lewisboro '1st Day' Celebration
Hike, Art, Brunch Offered In Lewisboro '1st Day' Celebration LEWISBORO, N.Y. -- A hike, special brunch offer at a local inn and art gallery reception are in store for Lewisboro's "1st Day Celebration" to welcome 2017 Sunday, Jan. 1. The Leon Levy Preserve, Route 123, south of Route 35, is from 11 a.m. to noon. No reservations are needed. Brunch The Horse & Hound in South Salem in South Salem is offering a Special First Day Brunch from 1 to 3:30 p.m.($15 per person, $10 children. Let Laura Stone at parks@lewisborogov.com how many will attend.Attention Lewisboro Artists Call to artists Painters, sculptors, and drawers for the celebrati…

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by Donna Christopher
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Two Westchester Institutions Come Together For Wreck The Halls Bash Two Westchester Institutions Come Together For Wreck The Halls Bash
Two Westchester Institutions Come Together For Wreck The Halls Bash ELMSFORD, N.Y. -- Forget boring dinners at relatives houses for the holidays. Kick-off the festivities in style this year at Wreck the Halls on Monday, Dec. 19, when The Cookery heads to Elmsford's Captain Lawrence Brewery to spread holiday cheer “with carnage and beer.”  The first-ever Wreck the Halls holiday bash is sure to stir up some holiday trouble when the Dobbs Ferry restaurant whips up an impressive lineup of dishes while they're rocking to live music by Rockaway Bitch, an all-female Ramones cover band, and The Fat City Rockers. A few of the dishes planned -- of course to sample wi…

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by K Reakes
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Pound Ridge PBA Again Brings Toys For Tots Drive Pound Ridge PBA Again Brings Toys For Tots Drive
Pound Ridge PBA Again Brings Toys For Tots Drive POUND RIDGE, N.Y. -- The Pound Ridge Police Benevolent Association is again organizing its Toys for Tots drive, placing bins throughout town. Drop off new, unwrapped toys to any of the collection bins, through Sunday, Dec. 18. Here are the three locations: the Town House, 179 Westchester Ave. Scott's Corner Market, 55 Westchester Ave., and Blind Charlie's Cafe, 74 Westchester Ave. Scott's Corner and Blind Charlie's are both owned by Billy Fortin, who's a PBA member. "Ever since the PBA started doing it, we've been doing it," he told Daily Voice. "This time of year, it's …

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by Rachel Martin
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Croton Falls' Schoolhouse Theater Holds 'Gift Of The Magi' As Holiday Play Croton Falls' Schoolhouse Theater Holds 'Gift Of The Magi' As Holiday Play
Croton Falls' Schoolhouse Theater Holds 'Gift Of The Magi' As Holiday Play NORTH SALEM, N.Y. -- "The Gift of the Magi" will be performed Dec. 15 to Jan. 1 at the Schoolhouse Theater in Croton Falls. The production has surprises, including a wig worn by the character Della D'Ottavio Young, played by Sarah Bierstock, courtesy of wig maker Paul Huntley who is known for work done for Julie Harris, Elizabeth Taylor and Marlene Dietrich. The cast includes Timothy Carter, who returns as James Dillingham Young and Vince Trani, as the story teller, William Sydney Porter aka O. Henry.  Carols and cookies with audience participation in a sing along will take place…

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by Donna Christopher
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Lasdon Park In Somers Invites Public To Holidays On The Hill Lasdon Park In Somers Invites Public To Holidays On The Hill
Lasdon Park In Somers Invites Public To Holidays On The Hill SOMERS, N.Y. -- Kids of all ages will enjoy a public holiday model train display among highlights during the Holidays on the Hill event weekends through Dec. 18 at Lasdon Park, Arboretum and Veterans Memorial in Somers. “Get into the spirit of the season at Lasdon, which will be transformed into a magical destination with festive lights, seasonal music, hayrides and a grand model train setup where engines pull their cars through a landscape that includes replicas of familiar Westchester towns and landmarks,” said County Executive Rob Astorino said.  “Santa, of course, will make special visi…

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by Donna Christopher