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Briarcliff Middle School Event Combats Hunger Briarcliff Middle School Event Combats Hunger
Briarcliff Middle School Event Combats Hunger BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y. -- Students at Briarcliff Middle School recently raised money to support the Food Bank for Westchester at the Empty Bowls Dinner. “We raised more than $1,100 for the Food Bank for Westchester,” said Briarcliff Middle School teacher Jessica Dubin in a press release. The Empty Bowls Dinner is the brainchild of Dubin.  Students made special ceramic bowls for the dinner, which were displayed in the cafeteria, according to a press release. Patrons donated as they entered the dinner then chose a bowl from those on display and ate soup together. Volunteers served the …

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Putnam Valley Reform Temple To Have Attic Sale Putnam Valley Reform Temple To Have Attic Sale
Putnam Valley Reform Temple To Have Attic Sale PUTNAM VALLEY, N.Y. -- The Reform Temple of Putnam Valley will have its annual "Gigantic Attic Sale" from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 17, 19 and 24. The sale will feature art supplies, electronics, appliances, household goods, toys, gardening supplies, furniture, tools, clothing, sporting goods and more.

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Kent Library To Have Book Club For Cooks Kent Library To Have Book Club For Cooks
Kent Library To Have Book Club For Cooks PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- The Kent Library will cook up a special club dedicated to cookbooks starting Aug. 19. The Book Club for Cooks will meet from 6-7 p.m. every third Wednesday of the month. The club is designed for lovers of cooking and enjoying new foods or old foods presented in a different way. Each meeting will have a different theme and each participant is asked to bring a dish for everyone to try. The theme for Aug. 19 is appetizers. Register for the club online at www.kentlibrary.org or by calling the Kent Public Library at (845) 225-8585. The library is at 17 Sybil's Cross…

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Maritime Aquarium At Norwalk Launches New $2.7M Research Vessel Maritime Aquarium At Norwalk Launches New $2.7M Research Vessel
Maritime Aquarium At Norwalk Launches New $2.7M Research Vessel NORWALK, Conn. -- The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk now offers outings on the R/V Spirit of the Sound at 1 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays until Labor Day. “The fish, crabs, squid and other marine creatures that we bring up onto the boat will have to share top billing during this first season with R/V Spirit of the Sound,” said Tom Naiman, the aquarium’s education director, in a press release. “Participants will come away very impressed with the boat – for her unique hybrid propulsion and state-of-the-art navigation systems, but even more for her broad educational and research capabilities.…

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Mahopac Library Offering Defensive Driving Course Mahopac Library Offering Defensive Driving Course
Mahopac Library Offering Defensive Driving Course MAHOPAC, N.Y. -- Jack Coxen will lead a defensive driving insurance point reduction class from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 12 at Mahopac Public Library. The course consists of discussions about driving behaviors and attitudes and a series of films. Although the class is designed for licensed drivers, those with learners permits also may attend.  Upon completion of the class, attendees may get a maximum of four points off their driver's violation record and a 10 percent liability insurance discount to the principal operator.  The class is $45 or $25 for seniors 65 and older. Reg…

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Greenburgh Offers Two Free Self-Defense Seminars Greenburgh Offers Two Free Self-Defense Seminars
Greenburgh Offers Two Free Self-Defense Seminars GREENBURGH, N.Y. -- The town of Greenburgh is offering two self-defense seminars from 1-3 p.m. July 25 and Aug. 1 at Anthony F. Veteran Park. Both seminars are free and open to Greenburgh residents ages 6 and older. Participants in the seminars will be instructed in basic self-defense skills by Steve Sohn and hear a presentation from the Greenburgh Police Department on general safety.  To sign up, participants should e-mail greenburghselfdefenseseminars@gmail.com with their name and age, or that of their child. Attendance at both seminars is recommended but not required.

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Free Movie Mondays To Begin At Ridge Hill In Yonkers Free Movie Mondays To Begin At Ridge Hill In Yonkers
Free Movie Mondays To Begin At Ridge Hill In Yonkers YONKERS, N.Y. -- The third annual free Movie Mondays family film series from Ridge Hill and Rooftop Film will begin July 13 with "Paddington." Mayor Michael Spano will introduce the film. Movie Mondays features complimentary popcorn from Whole Foods Market and pre-film activities, such as costume make-up from Sephora, Lego creations from Legoland Discovery Center, a bean boot toss from LL Bean and enter-to-win and giveaways from The Container Store and WHUD. Yonkers Brewing Company will have samples of local craft beer and Frannie's Goodie Shop will have snacks and cotton candy. Wee …

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Bronx River Parkway Closed Through Late Saturday Evening Bronx River Parkway Closed Through Late Saturday Evening
Bronx River Parkway Closed Through Late Saturday Evening WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Portions of the northbound and southbound Bronx River Parkway between the Sprain Brook Parkway and the Westchester County Center will be closed from 10 p.m. Friday to 10 p.m. Saturday The following areas will be affected by the northbound closure: There will be no access from the six-lane portion of the northbound Bronx River Parkway to the four-lane portion of the northbound Bronx River Parkway at the Sprain Brook Parkway. All traffic will be diverted onto the Sprain Brook Parkway and then Central Park Avenue (NY 100) all the way to White Plains. The …

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Celebrate Polish Heritage In Valhalla Celebrate Polish Heritage In Valhalla
Celebrate Polish Heritage In Valhalla VALHALLA, N.Y. -- The Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla will hold the annual Polish Heritage Celebration on Sunday from noon to 6 p.m. “Enjoy the rich culture and traditions of Poland through music, dance and great food right here in Westchester,” said County Executive Robert P. Astorino. “Whether you’re of Polish descent or just want to absorb some of the culture of our Polish neighbors, this festival is the place to be.” Vendors will sell Polish foods such as kielbasa, pierogies and golumbki. Visitors can view a Polish-American cultural exhibit presented by the Westchester Pulaski Associa…

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Hastings Flea Brings Vendors, Music, Summer Fun Hastings Flea Brings Vendors, Music, Summer Fun
Hastings Flea Brings Vendors, Music, Summer Fun HASTINGS-ON-HUDSON, N.Y. -- The next Hastings Flea takes place on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Hastings-on-Hudson Metro North Train station parking lot. Local vendors will sell antiques, furniture, home goods, crafts, jewelry, comic books and more. In addition to vendors, the event will feature kids crafts, animals, food trucks and a live performance by acoustic duo The Levins.  The Hasting Flea takes place on the second Sunday of every month from April to November. For more information, visit www.hastingsflea.com.

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