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Happy Mother's Day!

Come celebrate a special weekend with Mom in Tarrytown! Kick off the weekend with the TASH Farmer's Market on Saturday, May 9th and join us for Open Streets Tarrytown on Sunday, May 10th! We hope to see you there!

Photo Credit: Tim Grajek

Congratulations to the Tarrytown Rotary Club on another successful Rubber Ducky Derby Day on Saturday, May 2nd! It was fun for the whole family to watch the duckies make their way down the brook!

Highlights from the May 4, 2026 Board Meeting

National Police Week: May 10 -16, 2026

National Public Works Week: May 17 -23, 2026

National EMS Week: May 17 -23, 2026

The Board recognized National Police Week, National Public Works Week and National Emergency Services week by presenting each entity with a proclamation recognizing their commitment and service to our community.

On behalf of the Village Board and the entire community, we extend our sincere appreciation to our police officers, our public works staff and our emergency services staff and volunteers for all they do to keep Tarrytown safe. If you see them out and about, be sure to thank them for their service!

Conceptual Designs to Be Prepared for Dredging

The Village of Tarrytown through the Fire Department, operates an emergency fire boat at the Tarrytown Fire Department Boat Dock, and over the years, silt and sediment from the Hudson River and from the mouth of the Andre Brook have accumulated to a point where the fire boat is often restricted and unable to launch at times of extremely low tides.

The Village requested a proposal from McLaren Engineers to create a conceptual design for the dredging of this area in the amount of $12,000.00 and any additional services not to exceed $5,000.00 authorized by the Board of Trustees.

Senior Center Bathroom Improvements

The Village of Tarrytown has received a grant of $100,000.00 through Senator Andrea Steward Cousins to be used towards improvements at the Tarrytown Senior Center with a focus on making the bathrooms more functional and ADA compliant.

In order to prevent a long period of time that the bathrooms would be out of service, Village Engineer Pennella obtained quotes for the removal and replacement of fixtures including counters, repairing/reaffixing partitions, cleaning and repair of the grout and cleaning the tiles to be completed during night hours as to not disturb the daily activities going on there and also to have the building ready for use by the Tarrytown Summer Camp.

After receiving four (4) quotes, the Village awarded the contract for services to JNC Construction at a cost not to exceed $23,680.00 to be completed on or before June 30, 2026. The plan is to address the ADA compliance after this is completed as the next part of this project.

Proposed Main and White Street Improvements

The Village of Tarrytown, Village of Sleepy Hollow and the UFSD of the Tarrytowns participated in a traffic and pedestrian safety study funded by the Safe Streets for All program, in which one of the areas that were identified during this study as being in need of safety improvements is the intersection of Main Street and White Street. Such safety improvements were identified as sidewalk and curb amendments, bump-outs with tree wells and areas or planting, a reduction in the road surface area, no new travel lanes and other engineering adjustments to make the area more safe for drivers and pedestrians, while still maintaining the parking spaces in the area.

The State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) is a New York State Law which requires government entities to evaluate the environmental, social, and economic impacts of public or private projects before approving them which ensures environmental considerations are integrated into planning to avoid or minimize adverse effects. For this project, the Board approved the resolution determining that this would be a Type II action under SEQRA in which no further action or review is required because there is no new additions of travel lanes.

Appointment of Deputy Village Clerk

Since Alissa Fasman has sadly relocated and she was appointed previously as Deputy Village Clerk, Lauren Cascone was appointed as Deputy Village Clerk and Rich Slingerland was appointed as backup in the case of the Village Clerk's absence, effective retroactively to May 1st through the end of the year.

Cultural Heritage Recognition Committee Appointments

The Board appointed Yolanda Johnson and Monique Barwicki-Kozlowski to the Cultural Heritage Recognition Committee for a term that will expire December 4, 2028. Yolanda is a philanthropy expert with more than 20 years of experience and wants to give back to the community, and Monique is an Architect and Landscape Architect that values the celebration of our heritages. Thank you both for volunteering!

Coming Up

• Board of Trustees Work Session: Monday*, May 11, 6:30pm

*Please note this meeting was originally scheduled for Wednesday, May 13th but was moved to Monday, May 11th at 6:30pm due to quorum.

• Board of Trustees Regular Meeting: Monday, May 18, 2026 7:00pm

Thank You for a Successful Earth Month! 

Kudos to the Tarrytown Environmental Advisory Council and Sustainable Sleepy Hollow for a packed month of events in April focused on sustainability. From the clean-ups along the lakes and the river, the Compost Giveback Day and seedling events, the Repair Café and the Village Free Day, there was something for everyone in the community to engage in caring for their community and the planet. Many thanks to all the volunteers who make these events happen.

Attention: Hazardous & Radiological Waste Disposal 

It is illegal to dispose of Hazardous Materials and Radiological and Medical Waste with garbage, trash or recycling. While bad for the environment this also poses a threat to the safety of your household and the Public Works staff. 

Hazardous Materials 

Westchester County receives household hazardous waste products at their H-MRF (Household Material Recovery Facility) in Valhalla by advance appointment only on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Please call (914) 813-5425 for information. 

Radiological & Medical Waste - Radiological Medication Residuals 

Please follow the Discharge Instructions from your medical facility. Patient instructions for disposal of radioactive material are clearly explained in the discharge instructions.  If you or your pets are undergoing medical treatment utilizing radiological materials, the residual materials should be returned to the hospital or health care facility for proper disposal. 

These items include diapers, excreta, kitty litter, sanitary napkins, tampons, tissues or any other products that would be used to absorb body fluids. DO NOT PUT IN GARBAGE OR RECYCLING. This medical waste material that is collected will result in village trucks being impounded until the radioactive material dissipates – usually 7-10 weeks!  

Sharps 

DO NOT PUT IN GARBAGE OR RECYCLING. Place all Sharps (needles, syringes and lancets) into a leak-proof, shatterproof, puncture-proof container with a screw top. Proper disposal of sharps can be made at the H-MRF. 

Con Edison Update

Con Ed will be performing excavation work for new gas lines on Monday May 11th and Tuesday, May 12th in the Tappan Landing neighborhood. On Wednesday May 13th and for the rest of the month, they will be working on Route 9 on the west side of the street along the curb and sidewalk and will be diverting pedestrian traffic to the east side of Route 9 on Broadway from Church Street to Prospect Avenue.

May is Jewish American Heritage Month

On May 23rd, from 8:30am to 1:30pm, TASH, the Village of Tarrytown Cultural Heritage Recognition Committee (CHRC), and Temple Beth Abraham will celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month at the TASH Farmers Market. There will be tasty Jewish treats available, including kugel and rugelach, along with information about the history of Jewish culture and community service in Tarrytown.

Stop by the table to meet volunteers from Temple Beth Abraham, who are donating their time to share their culture and traditions with the community.

We look forward to seeing you there!

May is Asian American Pacific Islander Month

On May 30, from 10:00–11:45 am, TASH and the Village of Tarrytown will celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Month will host comedian Vijai Nathan, an Indian American journalist and performer, will share her comedic perspective on Indian culture and life in America, as well as a meet and greet with the audience

Also, on May 30th, from (12:00 - 1:00 pm), TASH and the Village of Tarrytown - Cultural Heritage Recognition Committee (CHRC) will celebrate AAPI Month at the TASH Farmers Market. Tarrytown's Goosefeather, a Michelin-recommended restaurant, will showcase modern Cantonese fare. Stop by to taste how James Beard nominated Chef Dale Talde honors a cuisine that emphasizes fresh, seasonal ingredients while cooking through his lens. Come meet the team as they share the story behind the Goosefeather name and how inspiration sparks for every dish.

Blood Drive at the Tarrytown Senior Center

Please join us for a blood drive at Tarrytown Senior Center on Thursday, June 11, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Visit RedCrossBlood.org to schedule an appointment.

Commemorate America's 250th Birthday!

Wednesday, May 20, Sleepy Hollow Bookshop, 7 - 9pm

Calling all Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow residents! Create Community Quilts for the 250th Celebration at either one of the following dates and times as listed below:

• Wednesday, May 20 from 7 - 9pm at the Sleepy Hollow Bookshop
• Thursday, June 25th from 7 - 8:30pm at the Warner Library

For more information, please click HERE.

1st Annual Tarrytown Car Show: Sunday, May 17th

The Village of Tarrytown and the Tarrytown PBA is hosting their 1st Annual Tarrytown Car Show on Sunday, May 17, 2026 from 10am - 2pm at the Tarrytown Waterfront Lot D. This is a free event and donations are welcome to support the PBA. There will also be free car seat safety checks.

Save a Tree, Earn Five More!

The Village of Tarrytown and TEAC have an exciting new campaign offering five free native plants to homeowners who remove vines from a tree in their garden, then submit the pictures. Check out the full details on how the campaign works and where to upload your photos on the flyer below. Wear gloves, be very careful of poison ivy, and happy vine cutting!

The Village has been participating in a demand response program through Sustainable Westchester over the last few years, and this past year was recognized as a top revenue earner. Demand Response involves reducing energy usage during a few peak times during the year, usually on the hottest of summer days, when energy use is atits peak and it is challenging for the utilities to provide enough to meet the demand. On peak days they have to turn to the dirtiest most expensive form of power generation to meet the demand, so it is in their interest to incentivize customers to reduce usage. Tarrytown earned $5,839 through its participation. Regular households can also participate. Interested in signing up? Visit the Grid Rewards program through Sustainable Westchester.

Project Mover Bikes are Back

Project Mover is re-launching for the season. Last year, riders took 9,419 trips and traveled 14,540 miles across the Rivertowns. The cost for use will continue to be $1 to unlock and $0.20/ minute of use, or you can pay for a monthly membership and get 30 minutes of free riding time per day. Discounted equity passes are also available for those who qualify for $4/month. For more information and to try it out, sign up on the app: https://projectmoverbikeshare.com/

E-Bike Vouchers Still Available

Anyone who lives in Tarrytown, Sleepy Hollow, Croton on Hudson, Dobbs Ferry, or Village or Town of Ossining and who makes less than 80% of Area Median Income can qualify for an e-bike voucher for up to $1,000 off the purchase of an e-bike.

The Importance of Dark Skies this Season

Did you know that Tarrytown is located along a significant corridor for bird migration? From March 15 through May 31, thousands of birds fly overhead each night on their path north. They rely on environmental cues to navigate at night which can be disrupted by artificial light. AS TEAC highlights in their recent newsletter, you can help by taking some simple steps during the months of migration:

• Turn off unnecessary outdoor lighting after 10 p.m.
• Switch off interior lights in empty rooms and office spaces overnight.
• Use motion sensors or timers instead of leaving lights on all night.
• Install shielded, downward-facing fixtures to prevent light from spilling upward.
• Choose warm-colored bulbs (3000K or lower) rather than bright blue-white LEDs.
• Close blinds and curtains at night to reduce light escaping from windows.
• Dim or temporarily turn off decorative landscape and façade lighting.
• Encourage your building management or HOA to adopt bird-safe lighting practices.

The New York State Thruway Authority will be dimming the Bridge lights during the peak migration period this season and TEAC will be promoting the Dark Skies initiative throughout Earth Month. Interested in learning more about migrating birds in your area? You can join a local club and meet others with the same interest.

Good Company Performing Arts Center proudly presents You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown, the beloved musical based on Charles M. Schulz’s Peanuts characters. With charm, humor, and iconic characters, the show celebrates friendship, imagination, and the everyday triumphs and dilemmas of childhood. Featuring a talented cast and creative team from across the Rivertowns and beyond, this joyful production is perfect for audiences of all ages. Performances at The Ark at Shames JCC on the Hudson in Tarrytown on June 5 (7:00 p.m.) and June 6 (2:00 p.m.). Tickets: $25 adults; Children under 12 $10; general admission seating. Tickets here.

Friends of Music Concerts, which presents the finest in professional chamber music, announced that its 73^rd season brings return engagements of the esteemed Han, Setzer, Finckel piano trio and the Balourdet Quartet, plus established masters Quartetto di Cremona and the Horszowski Trio, in addition to emerging artists Trio Azura and the Curtis on Tour musicians.

“In our turbulent era, classical music brings peace and tranquility. It has been described as ‘a quiet resistance to the noise of the world.’ The artists we present in our ‘Serenity and Passion’ season share their skill and commitment with us and we are fortunate to experience it,” said FOMC President Susan Harris.

Performances are scheduled to take place at Sleepy Hollow High School’s Kusel Auditorium, 210 North Broadway, Sleepy Hollow, N.Y. and audience members are invited to a reception after each concert to mingle and meet the artists.

Here is the season lineup:

The Han, Setzer, Finckel piano trio, Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026, 7:30 p.m. Pianist Wu Han, violinist Philip Setzer, and cellist David Finckel are recognized for seamless, intimate, and often thrilling interpretations of the piano trio repertoire, reflecting years of collaboration. This concert is sponsored, in part, by White and Williams LLP.

This concert is on a Saturday evening. The rest of the concerts are on Sundays at 3:00 p.m.

The Balourdet Quartet, Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026, 3:00 p.m., is acclaimed for its vibrant energy and masterful blend of technical precision and emotional depth, bringing a fresh perspective to both beloved classics and modern compositions.

Trio Azura, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026, 3:00 p.m., recipients of FOMC’s Performance Award, is the first ensemble-in-residence at Young Concert Artists (YCA) and has quickly risen to international prominence through major competition wins.

Quartetto di Cremona, Sunday, March 14, 2027, 3:00 p.m. Since its formation in 2000, the Quartetto di Cremona has established a reputation as one of the most exciting chamber ensembles on the international stage. The quartet is regularly invited to perform in major music festivals and halls in Europe, North and South America, as well as the Far East. This concert is sponsored, in part, by the Raymond Han and Paul Kellogg Foundation.

Curtis on Tour: Dohnányi Sextet, Sunday, April 11, 2027, 3:00 p.m. Philadelphia’s Curtis Institute of Music presents a program highlighting Ernst von Dohnányi’s Sextet, led by acclaimed cellist Nicholas Canellakis and featuring emerging artists.

Horszowski Trio, Sunday, May 2, 2027, 3:00 p.m., has quickly become a vital force in the international chamber music world since its formation in 2011. In 2023, the Horszowski Trio Prize was created by the prestigious Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition, to award piano trio winners.

Subscriptions and tickets

Subscribers enjoy a significant discount from the single ticket price. An “early bird” purchase before April 26, 2026 to all six 2026-27 concerts is $210 ($35 per concert). After April 26, 2026, the subscription price rises to $240 ($40/ticket). A FlexSub subscription of four or more admissions is $45 per admission, each usable once as a ticket to any concert. Single tickets are $50 each. Those between the ages of 19 and 30 pay just $25, available only at the door. Those 18 years of age and under are admitted free of charge. Go to www.friendsofmusicconcerts.org for more information.

Sustainable Westchester Offers Free Training to Prepare for Clean Energy Careers

Sustainable Westchester, in partnership with the Healthy Home Academy, is offering a fully funded, hands-on training program that prepares participants for clean energy careers. This program welcomes high school graduates and adults changing careers.

Participants receive a full scholarship, industry-recognized training, stipends, and job placement support.

Westchester County Executive Gives

State of the County Address

Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins delivered his second State of the County Address in the Board of Legislators Chambers. He acknowledged "our challenges and applauded the successes" and stated "the State of Westchester County is in all of us - our resilience, our struggles and our hopes for a better future."

Click here to watch the full video.

Westchester County Wants to Spotlight Small Businesses

Did you know that Westchester is home to over 35,000 small businesses? From multigenerational companies to new startups, our business community spans retail, hospitality, professional and personal services, home maintenance, construction, food services, finance, insurance, recreation, and so much more.

We want to shine a spotlight on as many as we can on social media.

Please fill out the very short form to tell us about why the next business we highlight should be yours! We are excited to show the diversity, creativity and expertise that we have in Westchester.

Click here: https://bit.ly/WestchesterSpotlight

2026 I BIRD NY Challenge 

The annual I BIRD NY Challenge is back! Use your observation skills and take the Challenge by identifying any 10 bird species of your choosing in New York State. Participants who successfully complete this fun challenge will be awarded a commemorative patch, completion certificate, and be entered into a drawing for great birding prizes!* 

The challenge is open from March 1 through November 1, open to participants of all ages and abilities, and available in Spanish, Arabic, Bengali, Chinese, Dari, Pashto, French, and Urdu. Participants may also earn a bonus entry into the prize giveaway by submitting a photo documenting their experience completing the I BIRD NY Challenge. 

Want to make the Challenge more difficult? You could identify all 10 birds at a New York State Birding Trail location, or identify 10 species of warblers, waterfowl, etc.  

To participate in the I BIRD NY Challenge, complete a Challenge Log online or download the I BIRD NY Challenge form (PDF.

Entries can be submitted online, emailed to BirdingChallenge@dec.ny.gov, or mailed to: 

I BIRD NY Challenge

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation

625 Broadway

Albany, NY 12233-1020 

Entries must be received by November 18, 2026. 

Need a place to start? Check out our list of bird species fact sheets as a field guide to help complete your Challenge Log! 

I BIRD NY: Beginner's Guide to Birding - download this beginner's booklet (PDF) for great information and fun activities. 

It’s also available in Spanish! I BIRD NY: Una Guía de Observación de Aves Para Principiantes - download the beginner's booklet in Spanish (PDF) 

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