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Events

Fairfield Museum's Gala Benefit Takes On An Artisan Theme FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- The Fairfield Museum and History Center will be hosting its fall Gala Benefit, An Artisan Evening, on Saturday, Oct. 24 from 7 to 10 p.m. The event will mark the opening of the Museum’s newest exhibit, "Handcrafted: Artisans Past & Present" and will feature cocktails and artisanal cuisine by Susan Kane Catering, demonstrations by exhibiting artisans, entertainment from “Bob & Dave,” handcrafted vodka by Tito’s and small-batch chocolates from Fascia. Proceeds from the gala will go toward the Fairfield Museum’s community educational programs. The event…

by Ken Davis

09/22/2015

Business

Ruthie'Z Boutique Closing In Armonk ARMONK, N.Y. -- Trendy women's fashion boutique Ruthie'Z will be closing its doors on Oct. 10 after 30 years in business. according to the allaboutarmonk website. The boutique, at 470 Main St. in Armonk, offered the latest trends in women's fashion at reasonable prices and has long been a popular fixture in the area. Ruth Zeide Grubler, Ruthie'Z chairman and chief executive officer, told North Castle Daily News that it's been a journey and that she has enjoyed every moment, making great friends along the way, according to allaboutarmonk. “It’s with mixed emotions that I end this stage o…

by Ken Davis

09/22/2015

Schools

Byram Hills Hosts Back To School Night For Ninth-Graders ARMONK, N.Y. -- Back to School Night (N-Z) will be held at Byram Hills High School in Armonk on Thursday, Sept. 24 at 7:00 p.m.The evening will begin in the cafeteria where parents will get their child's schedule, visit the PTSA table, view and order school apparel, and enjoy refreshments. The refreshments are donated by parents and are greatly appreciated by all, including the teachers and student volunteers. Each grade is asked to contribute a few snack foods for each of the two Back to School nights. Volunteers are also needed to help set up before and clean up after the event. A signup w…

by Ken Davis

09/21/2015

Police & Fire

Hindu Service Society Visits Ossining Police OSSINING, N.Y. -- The Ossining Police Department received a visit from the Hindu Service Society on Saturday. The society asked the department to join it for a celebration of their traditional holiday known as Raksha Bandhan. As part of their tradition, the children tie a string bracelet around the wrist of the protector of the community as a sign of respect and to build a sense of community. A police spokesperson said the department was lucky to have the Ossining Volunteer Ambulance Corps along with for the visit. "They do a heck of a job protecting the community," the spokespers…

by Ken Davis

09/21/2015

News

Leaders Tackle Substance Abuse Issues In Philipstown PHILIPSTOWN, N.Y. -- On Wednesday, Sept. 16, 35 key leaders attended a breakfast meeting sponsored by the Putnam CTC and Philipstown CTC coalitions at the North Highland Fire House.The goal of the event was to assist the coalition in a community assessment. The leaders were from different sectors of the community. The National Guard assisted the coalition in the creation of a survey that will provide a snapshot of the community and the problems young people face when it comes to substance abuse. With their input and several other assessment activities, the coalition now will be able to effe…

by Ken Davis

09/21/2015

Politics

Longtime Fairfield Education Leaders Running For School Board FAIRFIELD, Conn. — Longtime Fairfield residents and education leaders Tricia Donovan and Laura Bernaschina have announced their candidacies for Fairfield’s Board of Education.Both Donovan and Bernaschina said they are engaged in education and have been advocates for students in the Fairfield Public Schools for many years. As community and education leaders, they say they are committed to bringing Fairfield’s educational system forward by enabling a stronger dialogue with the public to share information and build support for initiatives, demanding fiscal responsibility that prioritizes use o…

by Ken Davis

09/21/2015

Neighbors

Celebrate National Public Lands Day By Volunteering At Weir Farm WILTON, Conn. -- In celebration of National Public Lands Day, Weir Farm National Historic Site in Wilton will host a volunteer invasive plant pull followed by old-fashioned apple cider making on Saturday, Sept. 26 from 8:45 a.m. to 2 p.m. Volunteers will assist National Park Service staff in habitat restoration, removing invasive plants such as garlic mustard and Japanese barberry from the woodlands in the morning. Then they will make apple cider and enjoy the fresh drink to end the day. Tools, gloves and water will be provided. Proper attire for the activity includes sturdy closed-toe sh…

by Ken Davis

09/21/2015

Events

Teaneck Library Concert Series Begins Oct. 25 TEANECK, N.J. -- The Teaneck Public Library will launch its free "Music on a Sunday Afternoon" concert series with a performance by Englewinds at 3 p.m. Oct. 25. Sponsored by The Friends of the Teaneck Public Library, the concert series is held annually from October to April in the library's auditorium at 840 Teaneck Rd. CLICK HERE for more info.

by Ken Davis

09/21/2015

Sports

Annual Imus Golf Outing In River Vale To Aid Tackle Kids Cancer Campaign RIVER VALE, N.J. -- The 8th Annual Imus Golf Outing will take place Thursday at Edgewood Country Club in River Vale.The Imus Ranch Foundation is donating all proceeds from this event to benefit the Tackle Kids Cancer campaign through the HackensackUMC Foundation. In addition to the proceeds from this event, the Imus Ranch Foundation will donate an additional $250,000 to the campaign. The HackensackUMC Foundation and the New York Giants developed the program to raise money for clinical care and pediatric cancer research to help find a cure. Click here to register for the golf outing. Edgewo…

by Ken Davis

09/21/2015

Lifestyle

Collectible Show and Flea Market Come To Clifton CLIFTON, N.J. -- A Flea Market and Collectible Show will be held in Clifton on Saturday, Nov. 21 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The flea market and collectible show will feature vendors who offer new items, crafts, vintage items, collectibles and second-hand items. The event will be held at Main Memorial Park, 1400 Main Street (Passaic County NJ Flea Markets, Antiques and Collectibles Shows).

by Ken Davis

09/21/2015

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