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Storm Forces Croton Activists To Reschedule Ides Of Trump Party Storm Forces Croton Activists To Reschedule Ides Of Trump Party
Storm Forces Croton Activists To Reschedule Ides Of Trump Party CROTON-ON-HUDSON, N.Y. -- Local activists have been sending a blizzard of postcards expressing frustration with the folks in Washington. So it is somewhat ironic that the impending snowstorm has – temporarily – put a halt to their efforts. Soli Anne Pierce, of Cortlandt Manor, Susannah Johnston, and other organizers have been hosting "Postcard Tuesdays" at The Black Cow in Croton; other events take place on Tuesday at Green Growler, a craft beer store; and Tangine, a French bistro. At Black Cow, pens, postage, mailing labels, talking points, and, of course, plenty of caffeine are …

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by Carol Reif
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'La La Land' Producer Plans Visit To Westchester To Talk Oscar & More 'La La Land' Producer Plans Visit To Westchester To Talk Oscar & More
'La La Land' Producer Plans Visit To Westchester To Talk Oscar & More MAMARONECK, N.Y. --  Want to hear about the Oscar debacle calling "La La Land" best film when the real winner was "Moonlight," but also hear about the journey from Westchester to Hollywood?  Head to Mamaroneck on Wednesday, March 8 when "La La Land" Producer Fred Berger will speak about his journey, much of which he credits to his days at Mamaroneck High School (MHS) and to his love for a community that elevates the arts. “I didn’t realize at the time how formative my high school years were and how vital they would be in defining my life and career,” said Berge…

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by Carol Reif
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Spring Is Served: Hudson Valley Restaurant Week Dishes Up Westchester Deals Spring Is Served: Hudson Valley Restaurant Week Dishes Up Westchester Deals
Spring Is Served: Hudson Valley Restaurant Week Dishes Up Westchester Deals DOBBS FERRY, N.Y. -- Dutchess, Putnam, and Westchester County officials were on hand -- along with a host of Hudson Valley chefs, farmers and purveyors -- on Tuesday, Feb. 28 to kick off 2017 Spring Hudson Valley Restaurant Week (HVRW). The event, now in its 11th year, took place at Half Moon Restaurant in Dobbs Ferry. More than 200 restaurants are participating in the special three-course prix fixe promotion ($22.95 lunch; $32.95 dinner) which runs from Monday, March 6 to  Sunday, March 19. Go HERE for a complete list. HVRW is produced by The Valley Table magazine and made possible with t…

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by Jeanne Muchnick
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'Mad Hatters' Dinner Dance Supports St. John's Parish In Lewisboro 'Mad Hatters' Dinner Dance Supports St. John's Parish In Lewisboro
'Mad Hatters' Dinner Dance Supports St. John's Parish In Lewisboro NORTH SALEM, N.Y. -- A Mad Hatters Dinner Dance to benefit the mission and ministry of St. John’s Parish in Lewisboro, but also Endeavor Therapeutic Horsemanship will be held on March 25. The dinner and dance will begin at 7 p.m. at Salem Golf Club. It will include a sit-down dinner, music from a top DJ and a silent auction for everything from dinners at the best local restaurants to romantic getaway weekends. Guests are asked to come wearing their favorite hat – grand or goofy, it’s all part of the fun. The event will benefit the church and Endeavor Therapeutic Horsemanship, an outstanding…

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by Tom Renner
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North Salem Library Seeks Artists For Poster Contest North Salem Library Seeks Artists For Poster Contest
North Salem Library Seeks Artists For Poster Contest NORTH SALEM, N.Y. -- The Ruth Keeler Memorial Library in North Salem announced that it is seeking artists to enter a contest to design its poster for an upcoming book fair and plant sale. The library's theme for this year's contest is called "All Around North Salem." It has three age groups available for the contest: ages 12 and under, 13 to 18 and adults. Prizes will be awarded and all posters will be on display, the library noted. Entrants must submit posters that are 12”x18” and must be " original in concept and execution," the library added. The library said that a…

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by Tom Auchterlonie
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Charis Concert In Bedford Village Features Works By Bach, Vivaldi Charis Concert In Bedford Village Features Works By Bach, Vivaldi
Charis Concert In Bedford Village Features Works By Bach, Vivaldi BEDFORD, N.Y. -- Charis Chamber Voices, a chorus made up of 37 residents from Westchester and Fairfield counties, announced that it will be holding a baroque music concert on Saturday. The chorus will perform renditions of music from artists such as Bach and Vivaldi. The concert is scheduled to take place at the Bedford Presbyterian Church, which is in downtown Bedford Village, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets for the concert are $25, or $20 for senior citizens. Charis offers people the chance to purchase tickets on its website or at the door.

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by Tom Auchterlonie
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Pianist Jeffrey Biegel To Play In South Salem Pianist Jeffrey Biegel To Play In South Salem
Pianist Jeffrey Biegel To Play In South Salem SOUTH SALEM, N.Y. -- Pianist Jeffrey Biegel is set to perform at the South Salem Presbyterian Church for The Sanctuary Series, which is a local musical events group. Biegel's performance is scheduled for Sunday, March 5 at 4 p.m. The pianist has performed at a range of venues over the years, from Carnegie Hall to Brown University, according to video clips from his YouTube page. Biegel's upcoming performance is called "Bach to Blue." Aside from a piece by Bach, Biegel is also scheduled to perform works by Mozart, Gershwin, Chopin and Rachmaninov. More information on the concert s…

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by Tom Auchterlonie
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North Salem HS Holding Elizabeth Butler Memorial Blood Drive North Salem HS Holding Elizabeth Butler Memorial Blood Drive
North Salem HS Holding Elizabeth Butler Memorial Blood Drive NORTH SALEM, N.Y. -- North Salem High School is holding the annual Elizabeth Butler Memorial Blood Drive next month. The blood drive is scheduled for Friday, March 24 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. The high school, which shares its building with North Salem Middle School, is located at 230 June Road in North Salem. The blood drive is in memory of Elizabeth Butler, a local teenager who was raped and murdered by her boyfriend in 2005. A foundation, which was also set up in her memory, has held annual walk-a-thons and an event called Art Against Abuse, which promotes awareness of domestic violence.

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by Tom Auchterlonie
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Westchester Groups Continue 'Justice Monday' In White Plains Westchester Groups Continue 'Justice Monday' In White Plains
Westchester Groups Continue 'Justice Monday' In White Plains WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Residents passionate about issues facing Westchester County and the nation today are invited to take part in the next Social Justice Monday on Monday, Feb. 27 in White Plains. Hosted by the WESPAC Foundation, the next gathering at noon at the Fountain in downtown will be a peaceful rally and show of strength and resistance to the policies of hate and divisiveness, said Nada Khader of WESPAC. Attendees are invited to bring signs (not on sticks please) and friends.  "Silence equals acceptance. Raise your voice with the community and show the world that we are…

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by K Reakes
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Learn How To Geomap In Pound Ridge Learn How To Geomap In Pound Ridge
Learn How To Geomap In Pound Ridge POUND RIDGE, N.Y. -- The Pound Ridge Library announced that it is hosting a training session for residents who want to learn geomapping.  Geomapping involves the addition of data on mapping items, such as plant life, for Geographic Information Systems (GIS), the library notes. Pound Ridge has its own GIS system and the town's Conservation Board is seeking volunteers to help update it, according to the library. The session is scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 28 at 6:30 p.m.

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by Tom Auchterlonie
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Chappaqua Group Holding Panel On 'Fake News' In Trump Era Chappaqua Group Holding Panel On 'Fake News' In Trump Era
Chappaqua Group Holding Panel On 'Fake News' In Trump Era CHAPPAQUA, N.Y. -- A local liberal-leaning group called Left of Main Street announced that it will hold a panel discussion on the role of fake news in the era of President Donald Trump, which will feature current and former journalists. The panelists include Grace Bennett, publisher and editor of The Inside Press; Helen Jonsen, a former journalist with Fox 5 and Pix 11; Kate Stone Lombardi, who contributes to The New York Times; and Kristen Prata Browde, a former CBS News anchor. Left of Main Street is a group founded by Chappaqua residents Cynthia Ware Metcalf and Ann Styles Brochstein, wh…

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by Tom Auchterlonie
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Pound Ridge Holding Open Mic At Conant Hall Pound Ridge Holding Open Mic At Conant Hall
Pound Ridge Holding Open Mic At Conant Hall POUND RIDGE, N.Y. -- The town of Pound Ridge's Recreation Department is encouraging residents to stop by Conant Hall for an Open Mic. Folks are welcome to be the performers, whether by singing or speaking. For those who don't want to be performers, the event also encourages people to show up and watch. The Open Mic will be held on Sunday, March 5 from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

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by Tom Auchterlonie