Supervisor’s Weekly Update
Happy Mothers Day to all the Moms and Substitute Moms.
We hope you have a beautiful weekend!
Congratulations to the OHS Business Students and Ms. Jacoby for coming in 1st at the AAMW Business competition.
Students on the EAC will have the opportunity to learn about meaningful environmental issues and explore town policies, such as the protection of our trees, wetlands and other natural resources.
The EAC meets monthly where student participation is encouraged. M.S. and H.S. members are given opportunities to create impactful, self-driven projects. All volunteer work counts towards community service hours.
If you are a 6th-10th grader from Anne M. Dorner Middle School or Ossining High School and are interested in joining the EAC, please submit a letter with your contact information, and reasons for wanting to join the committee to Mitzi Elkes, Town of Ossining EAC Chairperson,.
We are excited to hear from you and thank you for your interest in the Town of Ossining Environmental Advisory Committee!
That’s all from me as 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
Here are some but not all of the many events going on and around the Town of Ossining
Join the Ossining MicroFund on the Summer Solstice on June 21st 6:30 to 9:30 pm at 300 Riverside Drive, Sleepy Hollow, NY Honoring Debra Jacoby and Barry Jaffess: Empowering Youth for Financial Stability. Join us on the enchanting occasion of the Summer Solstice as we pay tribute to two
For more information and to reserve your spot, visit our website: Ossining Micro Fund
We are doing two encore Compost Give Back Days! On Friday, May 12, 2023 and Saturday, May 13, 2023 the Town of Ossining will be providing free compost to participants of the Ossining Composts program. Hours will be 9am to 12 noon at Cedar Lane Park (235 Cedar Lane, Ossining). Each participant will be able to fill a 6-gallon bucket with free compost. Participants must bring their own bucket (the green, home storage/transportation bin from the compost kit is 6-gallons), or pre-purchase a composting kit at: https://ossiningcomposts.org/compost-kits/, which will include a 6-gallon bucket. Please fill out this form to let us know that you will be joining us!
Come for inspiration, advice, and lots of beautiful new additions to make your spring gardens sing! Don’t forget to bring your gardening tools to be sharpened while you shop!
9am – 2pm - Free Admission
Music by Highway 53, delicious food options from Wrappers Delight and Three Little Pigs BBQ, dozens of local vendors selling pottery, jewelry, home goods, and more!
The Ossining Arts Council (OAC) and Westchester Collaborative Theater (WCT) will present The 2023 Living Art Event (LAE), featuring OAC artworks and WCT one-act plays inspired by them, at the WCT black box performance space in downtown Ossining from May 12-21.
Poetry/Spoken Word Open Mic for ages 16 and up. Bring your talent, your works-in-progress, and your positive energy! This event takes place every second Friday of the month. Co-hosted by two of Ossining's own. (Come find out who!) $5 per attendee at the door; all proceeds to be shared among the poet performers. This event will take place on Friday May 12 at 7:30 PM
Surprise the special mother figure in your life with a heartfelt card made by you! Drop by the Children's Room on Saturday, May 13th from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM to create a beautiful card for your mother, grandmother, or any other mother you want to celebrate. Let's show them how much we appreciate all they do!
Join the Katonah Museum Artists Association on Friday, May 12 at 6 PM for "Discover the Harmonies," an enchanting exhibition that celebrates the profound connection between art and music. Experience the fusion of warm and cool tones, lyrical brushstrokes, and captivating visuals. Don't miss this captivating journey into the unison of arts at the Bethany Arts Community Center 40 Somerstown Road .
Discover the path to synergy for working moms with an upcoming workshop! On Saturday, May 13th from 11 am-12 pm, take some time to focus on yourself and establish the work-life balance you and your family deserve. This workshop, titled "The Path to Synergy," will provide you with valuable resources and tools to achieve that balance. Please note that registration is required to attend. Don't miss this opportunity to invest in your personal and professional growth!
The world-renowned Cassatt String Quartet returns to Bethany for an afternoon reverie of music .Saturday, May 13, 2023, 4-6PM (4pm Wine & Cheese Art Reception | 5pm Concert)
Join the Ossining Public Library for a workshop on human trafficking, hosted by the Human Trafficking Team. Gain insights, raise awareness, and learn about combating this crime. Students can earn one volunteer hour credit. Registration required. This event will take place on Thursday May 18 at 4-5 pm
Join the Ossining Public Library on May 18th from 7pm-8pm to gain a solid foundation of knowledge on the most basic parts of the Federal Healthcare Program. Understanding the fundamental elements of the program can help you navigate the system with confidence and ease, and assist you in making an educated decision when it comes to managing your benefits. Don't miss out on this informative event!
Join the Ossining Public Library on Thursday, May 18, 7:00 PM, at The Budarz Theater for the third installment of our film discussion series. Special guest Richard Baratta, a renowned film producer, will share insights from his experience working on over 50 major motion pictures, with a focus on "New York in Film." Don't miss this captivating event.
Join the Hudson Valley Books for Humanity on Friday May 19 for a moving exploration of the environmental and human impacts of the Vietnam War. Celebrated author George Black will read from his new book, The Long Reckoning: A Story of War, Peace, and Redemption in Vietnam. And journalist (and Ossining resident) Rene Ebersole will join George for a candid conversation before taking questions from the audience. Event is free; books will be available for purchase and signing.
Discover the joy of junk journaling with local mixed media artist and leader of the Northeast Etsy Artists Collective, Robin Larido. Join us for a creative journey as Robin shares her passion for junk journals and guides you through the process of creating your own. This event will take place at the Ossining Public Library on Saturday May 20 at 11 am- 2 pm
The U.S. The Environmental Protection Agency will hold a virtual public information meeting on Wednesday, May 24 at 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. ET to discuss the upcoming sampling and investigations in the Lower Hudson River. For more information and to register: https://EPALowerHudsonRiver.eventbrite.com.
The 3BS, an Ossining based high-energy Blues band, will be performing live at Carmine's in Elmsford. This performance is part of the Blues Night Out in Westchester, sponsored by Carmine's and the Hudson Valley Blues Society. This event will take place on Friday May 19 at 6pm
Spring is (mostly) here and it's time to get back to work cleaning and restoring our historic grave markers in Dale and Sparta Cemeteries. The Ossining Historic Cemeteries Conservancy starts their season on Saturday, May 13th, from 9:00 am to Noon at Dale Cemetery in Ossining. All ages and experience levels are welcome - equipment and instruction are provided. Be sure to follow the yellow arrow signs from the entrances to find the location in the cemetery. So mark your calendars and bring your friends - it's a lot of fun too! Students can get community service credits. For more information or questions, email. Check them out on Facebook or their website:ossininghistoriccemeteries.org.
The AMD PTA is holding their spring fundraiser a life in motion, photography mini family photo sessions, the dates available are April 20- May 13
Ossining-based Westchester Ballet Company presents a special one-hour spring performance on May 17th at 7:00 pm for families with young children at Chappaqua Performing Arts Center that includes Peter and the Wolf, Etudes, and Dance of the Hours.
Join the Ossining Public Library on Wednesday, May 17, 7:00 PM, at The Budarz Theater for a captivating presentation by Caroline Curvan, Town of Ossining Historian. Explore the people and industries that shaped Ossining's growth. Don't miss this opportunity to delve into our village's rich history.
Neighbors Link will be offering free immigration legal help, please call ahead at 914-527-5994
On May 20th fix your broken but beloved furniture for free at the Joseph Caputo community center from 11 A.M. to 3 P.M.
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!
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