News for the City of White Plains aaaaaaaaaaaaDECEMBER 2022
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Holiday Light Display at Renaissance Plaza. Daily @ Dusk.
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Now through Wednesday, 14th |
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Santa's Mailbox is at City Hall for a limited time. Write your letter to Santa - be sure to include your return address and bring it to the North Pole Express Mailbox located on the steps of City Hall, 255 Main Street, before Dec.15. No stamp needed. |
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White Plains Holiday Market on Court Street, Noon - 7 pm. Court Street will be filled with sparkling lights, one-of-a-kind gifts, and delicious food from more than 50 artisanal vendors.
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Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony at Renaissance Plaza, 5:30 pm. (Rain date 12/12.) Please join us for holiday music and the lighting of the 24-foot Holiday Tree.
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Skate with Frosty the Snowman. 1 pm - 3 pm at Ebersole Ice Rink. Regular admission & skate rentals prices apply.
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Monday, 18th -
Sunday, 26th
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Happy Chanukah to all who celebrate! |
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Unsung Heroes Recognition Program. 6 pm. White Plains Public Library. Free.
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Christmas Day. Merry Christmas to all who celebrate! |
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Monday, 26th - Saturday, Jan. 1st |
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Kwanzaa. “Heri za Kwanzaa," to all who celebrate.
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Tuesday, 27th - Saturday, 31st |
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New Year's Eve Family Spectacular 10:30 pm - 12:30 am, Main Street and Court Street. |
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T'is the Season of Giving ! |
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Spread Joy this holiday season and beyond. Invest in our community by volunteering.
Every act of generosity counts and everyone has something to give - so spread some cheer and volunteer your time and/or your resources!
Volunteering is fun. It's a great way to meet new people and learn new skills.
Click here for a list of local organizations that provide a positive impact on our community.
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Mark Your Calendar!
The White Plains BID, the City of White Plains and 914PopUps have partnered to host the annual Holiday Market, a 10-day shopping experience in the heart of downtown White Plains!
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The Market, which is free to attend, will feature 50+ artisanal vendors from across Westchester County. Come by to find interesting and unique gifts for everyone on your holiday shopping list, as well as enjoy food prepared by some of Westchester County’s finest eateries.
Make a day of it by booking a dining igloo. Shop at all of the vendors as well as the local downtown businesses, and then return to your igloo to eat, drink, and relax.
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Every Day Is A Good Day to Shop White Plains
White Plains offers many shopping options from mom-and-pop stores to mega malls. You're sure to find something for everyone on your holiday shopping list.
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Small Business STAR:
Gino's Unisex Hairstylist Celebrates
50 Years in Business
Happy Golden Anniversary to Gino's Unisex Hairstylist of
596 Mamaroneck Avenue. Gino's Unisex Hairstylist has been operating in the same location since November 1st, 1973. We wish Gino and the staff many more years of success and happiness.
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Celebrate the arrival of 2023 in downtown White Plains!
The City's annual celebration takes place in the heart of White Plains
with live music, countdown, ball drop, and fireworks!
Sign up for the White Plains BID newsletter or follow them on social media for
New Year’s Eve specials and events from downtown restaurants
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Home Sweet Home
Tips to stay safe this holiday season
The holidays are a time to reconnect with family and friends, but they also can present seasonal safety hazards. The White Plains Department of Public Safety provides these tips to help keep you and your home safe this holiday season.
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I'm Dreaming of a Green Christmas
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Dear, Santa:
I've been good.
Please bring me an electric leaf blower.
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Stay Green After the Holiday Season
The City of White Plains encourages residents to follow sustainable guidelines with their holiday clean-up. It is important to recycle right and recognize what can go in your home recycling bin and what cannot.
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Recyclable:
- Cardboard boxes
- Greeting cards (plain)
- Envelopes
- Paper and cardboard tubes
- Newspapers, magazines and catalogs
- Plastic bottles and containers
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Trash:
- Plastic bags
- Recyclable soiled with food
- Wrapping paper
- Ribbons and bows
- Plastic film
- Bubble wrap
- Styrofoam
- Electronics, Holiday lights
- Single -use batteries.
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Holiday trees are picked up at the curb between Dec. 26th and Jan. 17th on your scheduled garbage collection day.
Please remove all tinsel, lights, decorations, tree stands and plastic bags from Christmas trees prior to collection.
After January 17th, call (914) 422-1201 to schedule a pick-up. The trees are mulched for wood chips.
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Winter storms can bring cold temperatures, power failures, loss of communication services, and icy roads. Take steps to prepare your home and your car before a winter storm hits.
DON'T park cars on the street when it snows or when snow is in the forecast. Snow plows must be able to clear the streets of snow safely and effectively.
DON'T touch or go near any wires that have fallen or are sagging.
DON'T try to remove a fallen tree branch.
DON'T walk in water where there are downed wires.
DO: Contact Con Edison to report the issue at 1.800.75 CONED
DO: Call the WP Forestry Dept @ 914.422.1202 to report down trees or tree limbs.
Click here for additional information regarding the City's snow removal guidelines, to learn how road clean-up is prioritized, safety precautions, and more.
Download DPW's FREE At Your Service App for updates.
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Need to Get a
Flu Shot or Covid booster?
For complete information about where to get a safe, free, quick vaccination or booster shot for children and adults, please visit health.westchestergov.com
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Frank Williams receives Top Honors at Westchester County Senior Citizen Hall of Fame Ceremonies |
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No one believes he is old enough to qualify, but Frank Williams Jr., Director of the White Plains Youth Bureau for 30 years, was inducted into the Westchester County Senior Citizen Hall of Fame on December 2nd and received Top Honors recognition.
Also inducted at the 40th Annual Hall of Fame ceremonies, conducted this year via Zoom, are White Plains residents Nancy Borzain, Dorothy Jeanette Jenkins, William H.P. Kaung, Charon B. Lucas, Judith Mayes, and Gladys Ullmann.
White Plains is proud of its many residents, exemplified by those inducted into the County Senior Hall of Fame this year, who give their time, energy, and talents to enhancing the quality of life for all residents.
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Congratulations to White Plains Eagle Scout
David Steven Sanchez of Troop 400 has earned the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout.
Eagle Scout is the highest achievement or rank attainable in the Scouts BSA program of the Boy Scouts of America. Since its inception in 1911, only four percent of Scouts have earned this rank after a lengthy review process.
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