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Supervisor’s Weekly Update October 6, 2023! 

Hello from your Town Supervisor! For upcoming events and more, click here to go to the blog. Be sure to check out our new 2023 waste and recycling calendar for changes to your pickup schedule - or, better yet, download the Recycle Right app if you have not already done so. It’s the easiest way to stay current with waste and recycling schedules. Click here to download forAndroid and here for iOS.

Thank you and enjoy your weekend.
- Liz

In observance of the Columbus Day/Indigenous Day holiday, all Town and Village of Ossining offices and buildings (including the Joseph Caputo Recreation Center) will be closed on Monday, October 9th. 

Garbage collection will not be affected by Columbus Day on October 9, 2023, and will proceed as scheduled.

Please note that our weekly Town Board Meetings are scheduled to take place at the Ossining Town Court until further notice.

A message from Westchester County : 

In coordination with the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services, the County is coordinating an Initial Damage Assessment to collect data related to storm-related loss.  In addition to collecting information about damages to public infrastructure New York State is also collecting data directly from residents and businesses regarding personal losses.    

The below survey link can be shared with residents and businesses through your local communications methods, informing individuals impacted by the September 29th severe weather event to report their damages in support of a potential request for federal recovery assistance. 

This State survey tool is meant to help in collecting information and data on damages in support of a potential request for federal assistance, not to duplicate any ongoing relief efforts. Information collected via the survey will be shared with each municipality identified through the reporting process, with Westchester County and the State of New York.  

If you are already utilizing an alternate damage report intake tool feel free to continue using it, and please report the results of that canvas to our office.  Attached for your reference is a spreadsheet containing the survey questions. Also, if you have identified any unmet needs in your community related to the storm please let us know so we can work with you to make the appropriate referrals.    

Self-Report Damage Survey Link can be found here:

About this survey:

In collaboration with affected counties, New York State has developed this online form allowing residents to self-report damages to their homes and/or businesses from the most recent rainfall flooding event. The purpose of this form is solely to collect information that may help State and local officials identify damages and to develop requests by the State for federal disaster recovery assistance programs. This form is NOT an application for disaster relief programs.

Please note: 

1. Do not use this form to report immediate, life-threatening needs. Call 911.

2. Reporting damage is a voluntary activity and is not a substitute for reporting damage to your insurance agency.

3. Completing this form does not guarantee disaster relief assistance.

4. Please submit one survey per affected housing unit or business.

5. This form is for damages that occurred in New York State only.     

New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES) – Information on Disaster Recovery:  https://www.dhses.ny.gov/disaster-recovery 

Here are some but not all of the many events going on and around the Town of Ossining.

The Ossining Matters 5k/2m run will take place this Saturday, October 7th. The race will begin at 9 AM 

First Friday Community Crawl - October 6

Bethany Arts Community Center will host their 4th annual Artober Fest on October 7, 2023, from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM. They will feature live musicians, food, interactive demonstrations, and visual artists.

Registration is now open for Green Ossining's Semi-Annual Community-Wide Tag Sale. The Fall Tag sale is Saturday, October 7th, and registration closes on Monday, September 25th.

Upcycle Art Workshop: Reimagining Books at Hudson Valley Books for Humanity on Monday, October 9, 2023, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.

Siena Rafter & SRDA invites you to “ Room To Cry” a crying room theatrical experiment at The Bethany Arts Center on Tuesday October 10 from 6-8PM 

Thursday October 12 from 6 PM - 7:30 PM at ossining open door for a free seminar on cancer screenings and the importance of early detection 

Bernard Brown “BBMoves” will offer a showing of Unbroken, a collaborative dance theater work in process. The Showing and Q&A will take place on October 12 from 7-9 PM

Poetry/Spoken Word Open Mic - This month's Open Mic will be hosted by Mayah Pico, a Young Artist at Bethany Arts Community. She will share pieces related to this project and facilitate a steel-drum meditation. She welcomes others to come collectively unravel through sharing and listening to each other's sounds and stories. Friday, October 13, 2023, from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM.

 Bilingual Community Dance Workshop on Saturday October 14 from 12-2 pm at the bethany arts community center 

Children's Event: "The Hudson River Through Music" on Saturday, October 14, 2023, at the Hudson Valley Books for Humanity, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM.

ENU Builds support fundraiser brunch this Sunday at 11 AM This year they are celebrating their sixth year as team ENU Builds, providing youth development through community engagement, as well as, outreach and enrichment opportunities.

Due to the upcoming rain, Ossining Padres Hispanos invites you to the Hispanic Festival on Sunday, October 15th, from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Ossining Market Square. Come and enjoy the festivities!

Explore a Jazz Picnic on Sunday, October 15, from 2 to 4 PM, hosted by the Ossining Historic Cemeteries Conservancy at Dale Cemetery.

The Blues Fest will take place at the Cedar Lane Park on Saturday, October 21st, from 12- 6 PM 

Sketchbook Art Show Monday October 23 at the Hudson Valley Books for Humanity from 5-7:30 PM 

Spooktacular Fall Fest on October 28th, from 12 PM to 5 PM at Ryder Park.

Halloween Read Aloud with David Quinn, author of Go to Sleep, Little Creep! On Saturday October 28 from 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM 

Ossining Networking Events Fall Calendar

The Ossining Recreation and Parks will host the annual Trunk or Treat on October 31st, from 6 PM to 8 PM. They still need more cars to participate. Please email Bill Garrison at if interested.

The Bethany Arts Community Center is hosting a Bronze Metal Clay Jewelry workshop with Barbara Kirby on Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM, starting September 23rd.

There is a free Parkinson's dance class every Tuesday from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM, from September 12th to December 19th, at the Bethany Arts Community Center.

Experimental Drawing with Peter Leeds, 7 sessions, Tuesdays, September 12 - October 24, 6-7:30 PM at Bethany Arts Center.

The Old Mill Singers are looking for people to join them; all levels are welcomed. Rehearsals will be held every Tuesday from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM at St. Paul's on the Hill.

Theater classes are scheduled to start on September 5th and continue until October 24th. The classes will be held from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.

The Golden Door Support Program is a free mental health support program for all New York state residents that aims to help achieve stability for you and your family, regardless of immigration status. The program will start on August 17, 2023, and will be held every Wednesday from 6 to 8 PM via the Microsoft Teams platform. For info and registration, contact Paoloa Rodriguez at (914) 918-4264 or .

TC Entertainment Karaoke Night every Wednesday night from 7 PM to 10 PM at the Woods Tavern Bar & Grill, located at 400 Croton Dam Rd, Ossining, NY 10562. Make your reservations by calling 914-864-3009.

Join the Hudson Valley Books for Humanity every Tuesday from 3 to 5 PM for some exciting chess sessions from August 29 - December 19, 2023 

All ages and skill levels are welcome. 

Visit our local library at 53 Croton Avenue for fun activities to partake in.

Don't miss the OPL’s Film Series! Grab your popcorn and enjoy these fantastic films with friends and fellow movie enthusiasts. Mark your calendars for the following dates:

October 11: Mama

November 15: Yo sueño en otro idioma

Remember to check our website for more details and updates. Have a great week, Ossining!

If your business, non-profit, or community group has an event that you would like to submit to be a part of the Supervisor's Update, please completethis form. We are happy to pass along events that provide a benefit to the community and support our local economy. Thank you for helping us to highlight all the best Ossining has to offer!

Subscribe to our email blast list and receive Town news and updates.

Supervisor’s Weekly Update September 29, 2023! 

Hello from your Town Supervisor! For upcoming events and more, click here to go to the blog. Be sure to check out our new 2023 waste and recycling calendar for changes to your pickup schedule - or, better yet, download the Recycle Right app if you have not already done so. It’s the easiest way to stay current with waste and recycling schedules. Click here to download forAndroid and here for iOS.

Thank you and enjoy your weekend.
- Liz

Please note that our weekly Town Board Meetings are scheduled to take place at the John Paul Rodrigues Center until further notice.

Northbound 9A is closed between Ryder Road and Route 134. Please seek an alternate route

North State Road is experiencing a water main break and significant flooding. It is advisable to stay away from the area for your safety. Use alternate routes and exercise caution when driving in areas prone to flooding.

Drive Safely !!

A message from our Tax Receiver: 

A Message from the Parks Department 

A Calendar of events for the car free week 

Here are some but not all of the many events going on and around the Town of Ossining

Nikki Grimes in conversation with Gloria Jean Pinkney - Friday, September 29, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.

Live Music Friday at Sing Sing Kill Brewery on Saturday, September 29, starting at 7 PM.

The Westchester Collaborative Theater will present the play "In the Box" this Friday, September 29th, at 8 PM, Saturday, September 30th, at 2 PM and 8 PM, and Sunday, October 1st, at 3 PM. Ticket prices are $15.

The Side Stage Improv Performance on Saturday, September 30, 2023, at the Hudson Valley Books for Humanity, from 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM.

The Star of Bethlehem Church will host a youth mental health first aid course on Saturday, September 30th, from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM.

39th annual Croton Rotary Auto Show on Sunday October 1 from 11- 3 PM at the Croton Harmon Train Station 

Poetry Reading with Ann Lauinger, Margo Stever, and Kate Johnson on Sunday, October 1, 2023, at the Hudson Valley Books for Humanity, from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM.

Zen Meditation at Hudson Valley Books for Humanity, an hour of silent meditation, on Tuesday, October 3, 2023, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

On Wednesday, October 4th, at 2:20 PM, there will be a FEMA & FCC Emergency Alert Test.

First Friday Community Crawl - October 6

Bethany Arts Community Center will host their 4th annual Artober Fest on October 7, 2023, from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM. They will feature live musicians, food, interactive demonstrations, and visual artists.

Registration is now open for Green Ossining's Semi-Annual Community-Wide Tag Sale. The Fall Tag sale is Saturday, October 7th

Upcycle Art Workshop: Reimagining Books at Hudson Valley Books for Humanity on Monday, October 9, 2023, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.

Poetry/Spoken Word Open Mic - This month's Open Mic will be hosted by Mayah Pico, a Young Artist at Bethany Arts Community. She will share pieces related to this project and facilitate a steel-drum meditation. She welcomes others to come collectively unravel through sharing and listening to each other's sounds and stories. Friday, October 13, 2023, from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM at the Hudson Valley Books for Humanity 

Children's Event: "The Hudson River Through Music" on Saturday, October 14, 2023, at the Hudson Valley Books for Humanity, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Due to the upcoming rain, Ossining Padres Hispanos invites you to the Hispanic Festival on Sunday, October 15th, from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Ossining Market Square. Come and enjoy the festivities!

Explore a Jazz Picnic on Sunday, October 15, from 2 to 4 PM, hosted by the Ossining Historic Cemeteries Conservancy at Dale Cemetery.

The Blues Fest will take place at the Cedar Lane Park on Saturday, October 21st, from 12-6 PM

Spooktacular Fall Fest on October 28th, from 12 PM to 5 PM at Ryder Park.

Ossining Networking Events Fall Calendar

The Ossining Recreation and Parks will host the annual Trunk or Treat on October 31st, from 6 PM to 8 PM. They still need more cars to participate. Please email Bill Garrison at if interested.

The Bethany Arts Community Center is hosting a Bronze Metal Clay Jewelry workshop with Barbara Kirby on Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM, starting September 23rd.

There is a free Parkinson's dance class every Tuesday from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM, from September 12th to December 19th, at the Bethany Arts Community Center.

Experimental Drawing with Peter Leeds, 7 sessions, Tuesdays, September 12 - October 24, 6-7:30 PM at Bethany Arts Center.

The Old Mill Singers are looking for people to join them; all levels are welcomed. Rehearsals will be held every Tuesday from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM at St. Paul's on the Hill.

Theater classes are scheduled to start on September 5th and continue until October 24th. The classes will be held from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.

The Golden Door Support Program is a free mental health support program for all New York state residents that aims to help achieve stability for you and your family, regardless of immigration status. The program will start on August 17, 2023, and will be held every Wednesday from 6 to 8 PM via the Microsoft Teams platform. For info and registration, contact Paoloa Rodriguez at (914) 918-4264 or .

TC Entertainment Karaoke Night every Wednesday night from 7 PM to 10 PM at the Woods Tavern Bar & Grill, located at 400 Croton Dam Rd, Ossining, NY 10562. Make your reservations by calling 914-864-3009.

Join the Hudson Valley Books for Humanity every Tuesday from 3 to 5 PM for some exciting chess sessions from August 29 - December 19, 2023 

All ages and skill levels are welcome. 

Visit our local library at 53 Croton Avenue for fun activities to partake in.

Don't miss the OPL’s Film Series! Grab your popcorn and enjoy these fantastic films with friends and fellow movie enthusiasts. Mark your calendars for the following dates:

October 11: Mama

November 15: Yo sueño en otro idioma

Remember to check our website for more details and updates. Have a great week, Ossining!

If your business, non-profit, or community group has an event that you would like to submit to be a part of the Supervisor's Update, please completethis form. We are happy to pass along events that provide a benefit to the community and support our local economy. Thank you for helping us to highlight all the best Ossining has to offer!

Subscribe to our email blast list and receive Town news and updates.

Supervisor’s Weekly Update September 22, 2023! 

Hello from your Town Supervisor! For upcoming events and more, click here to go to the blog. Be sure to check out our new 2023 waste and recycling calendar for changes to your pickup schedule - or, better yet, download the Recycle Right app if you have not already done so. It’s the easiest way to stay current with waste and recycling schedules. Click here to download forAndroid and here for iOS.

Thank you and enjoy your weekend.
- Liz

Please note that our weekly Town Board Meetings are scheduled to take place at the John Paul Rodrigues Center until further notice.

A message from our Tax Receiver: 

A Calendar of events for the car free week 

Here are some but not all of the many events going on and around the Town of Ossining

On Wednesday, October 4th, at 2:20 PM, there will be a FEMA & FCC emergency alert test.

There will be a Gold Star Mothers & Families Memorial Tribute Ceremony at Kensico Dam in Valhalla, NY, on Friday, September 22nd, at 3 PM.

Due to the upcoming rain Ossining Padres Hispanos invites you to the Hispanic Festival on Sunday, October 15th, from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Ossining Market Square. Come and enjoy the festivities! 

        The Ossining Recreation and Parks will be having the annual Trunk or Treat on October 31st from 6-8 PM. They still need more cars to participate. Please email Bill Garrison at if interested.

Come celebrate National Public lands day with the invasives strike force as they work to rid the Croton Dam area of invasives destroying our natural habitat this Saturday, September 23, from 10 AM to 3 PM at the Croton Dam.

The Bethany Arts Community Center is hosting a Bronze Metal Clay Jewelry workshop with Barbara Kirby on Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM, starting September 23rd. 

The Star of Bethlehem Church will be hosting a youth mental health first aid course on Saturday, September 30th, from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM.  

 There is a free Parkinson's dance class every Tuesday from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, from September 12 - December 19, at the Bethany Arts Community Center. 

Author Jenny Laden will be at the Hudson Valley Books for Humanity to read from her new novel, "This Terrible True Thing," on Friday, September 22nd, 2023, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM. Kindly visit the Hudson Valley Books for Humanity website to RSVP for the event. 

Experimental Drawing with Peter Leeds, 7 sessions, Tuesdays, September 12 - October 24, 6-7:30 PM at Bethany Arts Center. 

The Old Mill Singers are looking for people to join them; all levels are welcomed. Rehearsals will be held every Tuesday from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM at St. Paul's on the Hill.

Sing Sing Kill Brewery will host a 90's Vinyl Night on Friday, September 23rd, at 8 PM.

The Westchester County Multilingual Job Fair is scheduled for Thursday, September 28th, from 9 AM to 12 PM at the Westchester County Center (198 Central Ave, White Plains). Participation, along with parking, is absolutely free. 💼👥

39th annual Croton Rotary Auto Show on Sunday October 1 from 11- 3 PM at the Croton Harmon Train Station 

Registration is now open for Green Ossining's Semi-Annual Community-Wide Tag Sale. The Fall Tag sale is Saturday, October 7th, and registration closes on Monday, September 25th.

The NAMI Family-To-Family program is an 8-week course designed to assist family members in comprehending and aiding individuals dealing with mental health conditions, all while taking care of their own well-being. The program runs every Saturday morning starting September 9th - October 28th, from 9 AM to 11:30 AM.

Explore a Jazz Picnic on Sunday, October 15, from 2 to 4 PM, hosted by the Ossining Historic Cemeteries Conservancy at Dale Cemetery.

Theater classes are scheduled to start on September 5th and continue until October 24th. The classes will be held from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.

The Golden Door Support Program is a free mental health support program for all New York state residents that aims to help achieve stability for you and your family, regardless of immigration status. The program will start on August 17, 2023, and will be held every Wednesday from 6 to 8 PM via the Microsoft Teams platform. For info and registration, contact Paoloa Rodriguez at (914) 918-4264 or .

TC Entertainment Karaoke Night every Wednesday night from 7 PM to 10 PM at the Woods Tavern Bar & Grill, located at 400 Croton Dam Rd, Ossining, NY 10562. Make your reservations by calling 914-864-3009.

Join the Hudson Valley Books for Humanity every Tuesday from 3 to 5 PM for some exciting chess sessions from August 29 - December 19, 2023 

All ages and skill levels are welcome. 

Visit our local library at 53 Croton Avenue for fun activities to partake in. 

Don't miss the OPL’s Film Series! Grab your popcorn and enjoy these fantastic films with friends and fellow movie enthusiasts. Mark your calendars for the following dates: 

October 11: Mama

November 15: Yo sueño en otro idioma

Remember to check our website for more details and updates. Have a great week, Ossining! 

If your business, non-profit, or community group has an event that you would like to submit to be a part of the Supervisor's Update, please completethis form. We are happy to pass along events that provide a benefit to the community and support our local economy. Thank you for helping us to highlight all the best Ossining has to offer!

Subscribe to our email blast list and receive Town news and updates.

Supervisor’s Weekly Update September 15, 2023! 

Hello from your Town Supervisor! For upcoming events and more, click here to go to the blog. Be sure to check out our new 2023 waste and recycling calendar for changes to your pickup schedule - or, better yet, download the Recycle Right app if you have not already done so. It’s the easiest way to stay current with waste and recycling schedules. Click here to download forAndroid and here for iOS.

Thank you and enjoy your weekend.
- Liz

Happy Jewish New Year to everyone who celebrates. I would like to wish you all a year filled with good health, happiness, love and prosperity 🍎🍯

Please note that our weekly Town Board Meetings are scheduled to take place at the John Paul Rodrigues Center until further notice.

A message from our Tax Receiver: 

On Saturday, September 16th, at 9 AM, there will be an information booth in preparation for Car Free Day, at the Ossining Farmers Market.

A calendar of events for Car-Free Week

Here are some of our Car-Free Day giveaways : 

Here are some but not all of the many events going on and around the Town of Ossining

There will be a Gold Star Mothers & Families Memorial Tribute Ceremony at Kensico Dam in Valhalla, NY, on Friday, September 22nd, at 3 PM.

The Bethany Arts Community Center is hosting a Bronze Metal Clay Jewelry workshop with Barbara Kirby on Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM, starting September 23rd.

 Sing Sing Kill Brewery invites you to a Green Drinks Night with a visit from our NYS Legislators, Assemblywoman Dana Levenberg and Senator Pete Harckham, on Wednesday, September 20, at 7:30 PM

 There is a free Parkinson's dance class every Tuesday from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, from September 12 - December 19, at the Bethany Arts Community Center.

Author Jenny Laden will be at the Hudson Valley Books for Humanity to read from her new novel, "This Terrible True Thing," on Friday, September 22nd, 2023, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM. Kindly visit the Hudson Valley Books for Humanity website to RSVP for the event.

Experimental Drawing with Peter Leeds, 7 sessions, Tuesdays, September 12 - October 24, 6-7:30 PM at Bethany Arts Center.

The Sing Sing Kill Brewery will be hosting the Singer-Songwriter Showcase featuring Greg Jacquin & Ursula Hansberry on Friday, September 15th, at 7 PM.

The Old Mill Singers are looking for people to join them; all levels are welcomed. Rehearsals will be held every Tuesday from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM at St. Paul's on the Hill.

Sing Sing Kill Brewery will host a 90's Vinyl Night on Friday, September 23rd, at 8 PM.

The Westchester County Multilingual Job Fair is scheduled for Thursday, September 28th, from 9 AM to 12 PM at the Westchester County Center (198 Central Ave, White Plains). Participation, along with parking, is absolutely free. 💼👥

39th annual Croton Rotary Auto Show on Sunday October 1 from 11- 3 PM at the Croton Harmon Train Station 

Don't miss the Ossining/Briarcliff Town-Wide Tag Sale on Saturday, October 7th, from 10 AM to 4 PM. (Rain date: Sunday October 8).

The NAMI Family-To-Family program is an 8-week course designed to assist family members in comprehending and aiding individuals dealing with mental health conditions, all while taking care of their own well-being. The program runs every Saturday morning starting September 9th - October 28th, from 9 AM to 11:30 AM.

Explore a Jazz Picnic on Sunday, October 15, from 2 to 4 PM, hosted by the Ossining Historic Cemeteries Conservancy at Dale Cemetery.

Theater classes are scheduled to start on September 5th and continue until October 24th. The classes will be held from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.

The Golden Door Support Program is a free mental health support program for all New York state residents that aims to help achieve stability for you and your family, regardless of immigration status. The program will start on August 17, 2023, and will be held every Wednesday from 6 to 8 PM via the Microsoft Teams platform. For info and registration, contact Paoloa Rodriguez at (914) 918-4264 or .

TC Entertainment Karaoke Night every Wednesday night from 7 PM to 10 PM at the Woods Tavern Bar & Grill, located at 400 Croton Dam Rd, Ossining, NY 10562. Make your reservations by calling 914-864-3009.

Join the Hudson Valley Books for Humanity every Tuesday from 3 to 5 PM for some exciting chess sessions from August 29 - December 19, 2023 

All ages and skill levels are welcome. 

Visit our local library at 53 Croton Avenue for fun activities to partake in.

Don't miss the OPL’s Film Series! Grab your popcorn and enjoy these fantastic films with friends and fellow movie enthusiasts. Mark your calendars for the following dates:

October 11: Mama

November 15: Yo sueño en otro idioma

Remember to check our website for more details and updates. Have a great week, Ossining!

If your business, non-profit, or community group has an event that you would like to submit to be a part of the Supervisor's Update, please completethis form. We are happy to pass along events that provide a benefit to the community and support our local economy. Thank you for helping us to highlight all the best Ossining has to offer!

Subscribe to our email blast list and receive Town news and updates.