OSSINING WEEKLY WEB BLAST Jan 30, 2020
Village & Town Information
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Plastic Bag Ban Coming March 1 #BYOBagNY
New decade, new adventures! Why not take your reusable bags along too? Did you know that more than 23 million plastic bags are typically used each year in New York State? New York's plastic bag ban starts March 1, 2020, and will help reduce pollution and protect fish and wildlife.
Reusable bags come in many different shapes, sizes, and materials, making it easy to find ones that work best for you and your everyday adventures.
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The Ossining Recreation & Parks Department has many great upcoming Special Events and program offerings that are now open for registration.
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95 Broadway
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Upcoming Programs in the Village and Town of Ossining
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Ossining’s Down to Earth Farmers Market
When:
Saturday from 9AM-1PM through April
Where:
Near Market Square at the corner of Spring & Main Streets, Ossining, NY
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Open Mic Night @ Sing Sing Kill Brewery
What:
Woop woop, Open Mic Night is back at Sing Sing Kill Brewery on Thursday, January 30th from 7-9pm. Hosted by singer/songwriter Jess Erick, you can bring down your instrument of choice, or comedy set, illusionist act, slam poetry... whatever it takes to get you up to the mic! Open Mic Night at SSKB always takes place on the last Thursday of each month. See you soon!
When:
Thursday, January 30th // 7-9pm
Where:
Sing Sing Kill Brewery // 77 Spring Street, Ossining
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Write Your Way to Wisdom
What:
Winter, the season of hibernation, is a perfect time for writing memoir-the genre of introspection. In the quiet beauty of Mariandale, you’ll identify the pivot points of your life. By crafting them into stories, you will mine their meaning and find the grace within. Bring paper and pen or a laptop. This program is perfect for memoirists working on essays or books.
When:
Fri., Jan. 31, at 5pm through Sun., Feb. 2, at 1pm
Where:
The Center at Mariandale, 299 N. Highland Avenue, Ossining, NY
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Lantern Gift Shop Valentine Sale & Valentine Bake Sale
What:
Our fabulous annual Valentine’s Day Sale and Bake Sale.
The Lantern Gift Shop is ready for Valentine’s Day
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Cards, Gifts, Hand-made items. (Christmas Clearance items held over too!) Also in St. Paul’s Parish Hall on this date - our famous Valentine Bake Sale. Come with a friend, sit and relax with a free cup of coffee or tea!
When:
Saturday, February 1, 10 AM to 3 PM (snow date: February 8)
Where:
The Lantern Gift Shop, on the grounds of St. Paul’s on the
Hill Episcopal Church, 40 Ganung Drive, Ossining, NY 10562. St. Paul’s is at the top of Ganung Drive, just east
of Rt. 9A, heading east turn right onto Ganung off Rt. 133
Contact:
St. Paul’s church office: 914 941-6627 or (on day of sale only) 914 941-4434
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Boy Scout Troop 49 Pasta Dinner and Basket Raffle
What:
Boy Scout Troop 49's annual Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser and basket raffle.
When:
Saturday 2/1/2020, Dinner served 6-8pm
Where:
St. Augustine's School Cafeteria, 381 N. Highland Ave., Ossining
Info:
$10/adult, $6/child 10 or under; Tickets available at the door
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Poses 2 Pints @ Sing Sing Kill Brewery
What:
Find your flow and energize your mind, body & spirit at this fun-raiser for Crossover Yoga Project. Led by CYP instructors, these fun vinyasa flow classes are followed by your choice of a SSKB's hand-crafted brew for $25! Limited tickets available in the taproom or on Eventbrite (
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/poses-2-pints-tickets-90352004277
). Since the CYP's onset in December 2015, they have empowered over 4200 vulnerable girls through trauma informed yoga, art & mindfulness. Find out more about their work at crossoveryogaproject.org and join in on the fun!
When:
Sunday, February 2nd // 11:30am-12:30pm
Where:
Sing Sing Kill Brewery // 77 Spring Street, Ossining
Info:
Flyer attached
Contact:
// (914)502-0577
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Karaoke Night @ Sing Sing Kill Brewery
What:
Don't just belt it out in the shower, come sing your heart out at karaoke at SSKB! The best part? You can win free beer! The rotating categories include most entertaining, best impression, and crowd favorite. Have some fun and get your karaoke on.
When:
Wednesday, February 5th // 7-9pm
Where:
Sing Sing Kill Brewery // 77 Spring Street, Ossining
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Singer/Songwriter Showcase @ Sing Sing Kill Brewery
What:
We're happy to announce that the singer/songwriter showcase is coming back to the taproom. Prepare yourself for an evening of original music performed by real life musicians on real instruments. Hosted by Greg Jacquin, it's a monthly staple here at SSKB!
When:
Thursday, February 6th // 7-10pm
Where:
Sing Sing Kill Brewery // 77 Spring Street, Ossining
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The Flame
What:
A Storytelling Night with a theme. The theme for our next FLAME is
LOVE
When:
Saturday, February 8th, 7:00 p.m.
Where:
Briarcliff Congregational Church Parish Hall 35 So. State Rd., Briarcliff Manor (corner of Pleasantville /So State Rds).
Info:
Want more information about sharing a story of your own? Contact Rev. Farnsworth and he’ll send you some guidelines. Whether you come to warm yourself by the kindling of others’ tales, or you throw a little wood on the fire yourself, save the date and join us for The Flame. This is a free event and all are welcome. Light refreshments will be served.
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Open Jam @ Sing Sing Kill Brewery
What:
The next Sunday Night Open jam is coming up! These only happen once a month, so don't miss your chance to rock out on your instrument of choice with our fabulous house band! Great energy, great beer, and incredible music. What else could you ask for? The house band features Alex Cano (host/drums/vox), Paulie Beladino (guitar/vox), Phil Anthony (bass), Christine Chanel (keys/vox), Simon M.P. O'Keefe (organ/keys/vox), & Marisa Seligman (vocals).
When:
Sunday, February 9th // 7-9pm
Where:
Sing Sing Kill Brewery // 77 Spring Street, Ossining
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Love Songs & Romance @ Sing Sing Kill Brewery
What:
Hey all you sappy lovers -- join us at Sing Sing Kill Brewery this Valentine's Day for an evening of candlelit romance & live music. Anne Carpenter and Ben Zebelman are teaming up again this year to bring us our favorite love songs played live from 8-10pm. Ranging from those cheesy 80's tunes to more modern melodies, the set list is sure to both entertain and keep the flame burning. Enjoy the evening with your honey or some friends and your favorite NY farm brews at SSKB on February 14th! No cover.
When:
Friday, February 14th // 8-10pm
Where:
Sing Sing Kill Brewery // 77 Spring Street, Ossining
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West African Dance Class @ Sing Sing Kill Brewery
What:
Learn traditional West African dance moves and have fun with Gladys Lowe in the taproom on Sunday, February 16th from 11:30am-12:30pm. All you need is bare feet & comfy clothes to join in! Tickets are $20 and include the class plus a flight of craft beverages to follow. Purchase tickets in advance in the taproom or on Eventbrite (
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/west-african-dance-class-tickets-91167489415
).
When:
Sunday, February 16th // 11:30am-12:30pm
Where:
Sing Sing Kill Brewery // 77 Spring Street, Ossining
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Ossining’s Museum in the Streets (MITS)
What:
MITS is a free, self-guided walking tour and consists of 25 numbered panels with images and explanatory text about the architecturally and historically significant buildings within the Downtown Ossining Historic District.
When:
On a 24/7 basis
Where:
The tour starting point is located on the north side of the Ossining Open Door Medical Center at 247 Main St. in Downtown Ossining. However visitors one can also begin at any of the numbered panels and take as few or as many panels as desired.
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Green Ossining Launches ‘Green Ossining Sustainability Partnership
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Ossining Food Pantry:Asking for Your Support
What:
Recently furloughed or laid-off? Having trouble making ends meet? We know it's been a difficult year. The Ossining Food Pantry is here to help residents of Ossining and Briarcliff Manor. We are a 100% volunteer organization dedicated to helping our neighbors in need. If you and your family are in need of food assistance, please visit with our friendly volunteers at Trinity Church in downtown Ossining (7 South Highland Avenue.) We distribute non-perishable food items on Thursday evenings (6:30-8:00PM) and Friday mornings (10:00AM-Noon.) We have a warm and welcoming atmosphere. **Please consider making an on-line donation to help Ossining Food Pantry feed our neighbors in need. A one-time or reoccurring monthly donation will be greatly appreciated. We are 100% volunteer organization. Virtually all of your donation will go toward the cost of food for the needy.
Contact:
Ossining Food Pantry, P.O. Box 869, Ossining, NY 10562 or call 914-762-5510 and leave a voicemail message and a volunteer will return your call.
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St. Matthews Headstart Daycare Early Headstart & Headstart Program
What:
High quality research based curriculum, screenings and services to support healthy development and promote school readiness; family support, nutrition, guidance and access to community resources.
Hours:
Head Start Hours 9:00 – 3:00pm/Daycare Hours 7:00-9:00am & 3:00-6:00pm
Contact:
For more information contact St. Matthew’s at 914-941-1715
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COME DANCE WITH US!
What:
Logrea Dance Academy Enrollment Opportunities
When:
LAST WEEK to ENROLL!
Where:
2 DALE AVENUE, OSSINING, NY 10562
Info:
Does your child love to dance around the living room? We have just the thing. Come and do a 4-week trial (one class per wk) in Ballet, Jazz, Theatre Dance or Tap. Classes for ages 3 and up. (Only Adult Tap). *Boys and girls. *Incentive discount for boys 7 and up who take at least one ballet class. "At Logrea we are training students to become independent, respectful, self confident young adults with a passion for the arts."
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Ossining Athletic Booster Club
What:
The Ossining Athletic Booster Club is a not-for-profit volunteer organization established in 2001 to promote the athletic programs of the Ossining School District, recognize their achievements, and support Ossining's student-athletes and coaches by funding items not in the school budget and awarding scholarships to worthy graduating seniors of Ossining Athletic Booster Club members and donors.
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Jazz the Lodge
What:
Jazz at the Lodge is a year-round live music venue presenting Jazz, Blues, R&B and ethnically focused genres performed by local and metro New York musicians.
When:
Selected Thursday and Saturday nights
Where:
Ossining Elks Lodge 1486, 118 Croton Avenue, Ossining, NY 10562
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CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Admissions Test -TACHS PREP CLASSES & BOOT CAMPS
What:
Prepare with us for the TACHS – Test for Admissions to Catholic High Schools. This course will heavily concentrate on the Reading, Language, Mathematics and Reasoning skills covered on the TACHS Examination. During class, students will practice timing, test taking strategies and extensive drill and review of all TACHS Exam topics. Register online at
https://www.eduscapeassociates.com/tachs-exam-prep-classes/
When:
Fall 2019-Check website for schedule of Classes/Boot Camps
Where:
WESTCHESTER & BRONX Ossining Public Library, Ossining NY Sacred Heart School, Hartsdale, NY
St. Margaret of Cortona School, Riverdale, NY
Contact:
Eduscape College & Test Prep Dr. Gayle Marchica, Principal Mobile/Text 914.886.5043 Office 914.941.4148
info@EduscapeAssociates.com
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Soccer skills private training (ages 4-15), group classes for kids (ages 2-10)
What:
Soccer skills training, individual, partner or group training sessions available for all ages and skill levels. Soccer classes provided for ages, provide instruction in soccer fundamentals via a fun and supportive environment! Your child will be motivated from creative, high energy and level appropriate activities, serving as a great introduction to soccer, and helping your child master developmental milestones. Our specially designed soccer curriculum is age-appropriate, and incorporates individual, partner and team activities. We keep our classes small, so that every child receives the attention they need to thrive. In addition to soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, trapping and shooting on target, your child will learn discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork, in a personalized setting where all children are valued.
Where:
At a nearby field, or your home!
When:
To be scheduled for a time that works for you
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Calling all shower singers, American Idol wannabes, car Karaoke performers and anybody who just loves to 🎼Sing🎶
What:
Do you enjoy Singing these.favorites?...California Dreamin’, Fly Like an Eagle, God Only Knows What I"d Be Without You, Imagine and more. Check us out We begin rehearsals for our Spring Concert
When:
7:30pm Tuesdays, beginning January 21st
Where:
St. Paul's on the Hill, 40 Ganung Dr, Ossining, NY 10562
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Therapeutic Foster Parents NEEDED
What:
Family Services of Westchester is looking for individuals who are interested in learning about becoming a Therapeutic Foster Care Parent! We are looking for loving people willing to open their homes and hearts to a child in need of a stable, safe home environment.
Contact:
Please contact Melissa Aversa, Home-finder & Recruitment Specialist at (914) 358-5828
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Volunteers Needed - English-Spanish Translators
What:
The Ossining School District needs volunteers! Volunteering offers an opportunity to serve the community and can be a rich, rewarding experience. The district is seeking bilingual English-Spanish volunteers to serve as translators at district and school events. These events include but are not limited to, parent-teacher conferences, parent engagement nights and college fairs. We are dedicated to ensuring all members of our diverse community have equal access to Info and can fully participate in the educational life of their children. An Infoal flier is attached. Please kindly share this Info with members of your agency and/or community. Individuals with some time to serve as a translator and who are interested in making a difference may fill out an online form to be added to the district’s translator database. We welcome and greatly appreciate your help!
When:
Ongoing
Where:
Ossining Union Free School District
Contact:
Ms. Ferzeen Shamsi at (914) 762-5830, ext. 4309
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR NEIGHBORS LINK: Ossining Site
What:
Neighbors Link is recruiting volunteers for its Ossining Site. Programs include ESL tutoring and a Parent Child Together class. We offer great training to our volunteers as well.
When:
MONDAYS: 10-12: ESL tutoring 1-3: Parent Child Together Class FRIDAYS: 10-12: ESL tutoring
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Mike Risko Music now accepting registrations
What:
Mike Risko Music, just named a Top 100 Music School/Store in the world by NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) is now accepting registration for Winter session music lessons.
When:
Call or email today to schedule a free trial and/or find out about our programs
Where:
All programs are offered at Mike Risko Music right here in Ossining.
Info:
Design your own schedule and take music lessons on any instrument or voice in our state of the art studios. All ages, levels and instruments are welcome! We even have programs for adults.
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Dale Cemetery Heritage Trail: A Walk Through Ossining’s History
What:
What do Sonny Sharrock, Benjamin Brandreth and Ida Foshay have in common? They are all on the Dale Cemetery Heritage Trail, a free, self-guided tour through Ossining’s historic Dale Cemetery. A project of the Ossining Historic Cemeteries Conservancy, the trail features the stories of prominent individuals and families, as well as those who played a role in everyday Ossining life.Trail Maps are available at trailhead signs located at the cemetery entrances.
Where:
Dale Cemetery 104 Havell Street Ossining, New York 10562
When:
Everyday from dawn to dusk.
Contact:
Ossining Historic Cemeteries Conservancy at
ohcc10562@gmail.com
Dale Cemetery Office (914) 941-1155
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NAACP
What:
An ongoing general monthly membership meeting held every second Thursday of the month. Topics of discussion include community and civic related events with the inclusion of invited guest speakers to give educational information on a variety of subjects that are impactful for our community.
When:
EVERY 2nd Thursday of the Month 6:30pm
Where:
THE STAR OF BETHLEHEM BAPTIST CHURCH @ 304 Spring Street, Ossining, NY 10562
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The Healing Circle: Relax, Restore, and Return to Balance
What:
Join us in a Circle for a Restorative Healing Touch and Reiki Healing. This is a subtle healing practice that supports body, mind, and spirit, prompts an overall calming, balancing, and healing response that enhances health and well-being. Those new to Healing Touch and/or Reiki will receive an individual or group energy healing. Healing Touch and Reiki practitioners will participate in Healing Touch and Reiki exchanges.
When:
Second Monday of each month from 1 to 2:30pm
Where:
The Center at Mariandale, 299 N. Highland Avenue, Ossining, NY
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Theater O Winter Classes!
What: Theater O offers classes in all things theater for children ages 3+: From Acting to directing, play writing to design, Improv! to Musical Theater and more. Our faculty is comprised of seasoned professionals who excel in their craft. Listen, Learn, Imagine, Perform & Join the Play. Middle School and Pre-K/K classes resume 12/2. Elementary Classes resume 1/13. High School Auditions are 12/6-8. visit
www.theatero.org.
Where: Theater O @ 25 State St, Ossining, NY 10562
Contact: (914) 487-4322
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Safety Tips from the Ossining Fire Department
Sign Up for NIXLE Alerts
: The Village of Ossining has launched a program to help notify the public of emergencies, road closures, hazardous conditions, and other incidents concerning the public within the Village of Ossining. This program, called Nixle, is a free program and allows members of the public to receive these messages in email, text message, and on an internet web site. Village of Ossining residents are urged to subscribe to receive emergency messages only by texting 10562 to 888777 on their cell phone, or to receive a full complement of messages, including community updates residents can visit www.Nixle.com and click the
sign up now! button
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Sign up for ConEdison Customer Alerts via Text
: Use your cell phone to text REG to OUTAGE (688243) and follow the prompts. You will need your account number and zip code. To retrieve your account number, log in to My Account or check your next bill. This information is also located on the ConEdison website at
coned.com/text
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WEB BLAST FORMAT
Do you have an event, Info or picture of the Village of Ossining that you would like included in this web blast? If so please submit to
webblast@villageofossining.org
. All Info must be submitted by noon on the Wednesday prior to the distributed web blast. Submissions included in this listing are intended solely to inform of events and Info of general interest to subscribers. The Village of Ossining does not necessarily endorse or support organizations or entities whose events and / or activities are listed above. The Village makes no representation as to the accuracy thereof, nor does it assume any liability in connection with same. Please don't print this e-mail unless necessary.
All submissions must follow the format listed below:
Title:
What:
[Limit description to 100 words or less]
When:
Where:
Info:
[May include a single flyer]
Contact:
[Name of organization/ individual, phone, email]
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Contemplative Prayer Thursday
What:
Each Thursday, from 11:30 am until noon, we gather as spiritual companions seeking God’s guidance. Come join us in prayer for peace, for yourself, for others, and for the world. Thursdays, 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the main chapel at the Mariandale Center.
When:
Every Thursday, 11:30 am to 12:00 pm
Where:
Mariandale Center, 299 North Highland Avenue, Ossining, NY
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for Ossining Prison Ministry, Inc.
What:
Volunteers for a hospitality program at the Sing Sing Correctional facility that is held
When:
Saturdays, Sundays, and most major holidays; from 8am to 11 am or 12pm to 2:30pm.
Where:
Sing Sing Correctional Facility 354 Hunter Street, Ossining NY 10562
Info:
Our organization provides hospitality to the visitors who come to visit their loved ones. We also provide toys, puzzles, and games to the people in the facility to help normalize the visiting time.
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Ossining Emergency Shelter
If you or someone you know needs a place to stay on a cold winter's night, Ossining and Briarcliff's local houses of worship provide adult shelter and a warm meal every night of the week from December through March. Meet in front of The Open Door before 9 pm. Transportation is provided to the place where the shelter is for the night. All are welcome. No drugs, drunkenness, or weapons allowed.
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