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Cindy Capitani

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Politics

Westchester Children's Association Releases Vote 4 Kids Survey Results The Vote for Kids campaign surveyed candidates running for election in the New York State Senate and the New York State Assembly to answer questions about issues affecting Westchester’s children and youth. The initiative by the independent, nonpartisan organization Westchester Children’s Association (WCA) aims to elevate Westchester’s children and youth to the top of the public agenda among candidates, elected officials, media and the general public during the upcoming elections. This is a non-partisan effort; WCA does not support or oppose any candidate for public office. They understand…

by Cindy Capitani

11/04/2016

Lifestyle

Pentegra Helps Revitalize Greenburgh Children’s Center Playground GREENBURGH, N.Y. -- Pentegra Retirement Services, based in White Plains, recently partnered with Volunteer New York and the Lois Bronz Children’s Center in efforts to revitalize their playground.Pentegra Retirement Services and local volunteers helped fix up the playground by staining, painting and planting greenery for the site. The Lois Bronz Children's Center offers infant nursery; a toddler and two-year-old program; a pre-school and Federal Head Start program; Universal Pre-K; a before and after-school program for elementary school children; and Stepping Stones, a New York State certifi…

by Cindy Capitani

11/04/2016

Events

Ridgewood Holds 'Giving Thanks Elder Dinner' RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- The community is invited to give thanks with senior citizens on Sunday, Nov. 13 at the Old Paramus Reformed Church in Ridgewood. The Giving Thanks Elder Dinner runs 4:30- 7:30 p.m. There will be musical entertainment and a nutritious, home cooked Thanksgiving dinner. The event is sponsored by many Ridgewood groups, including the Ridgewood Parks and Recreation, HealthBarn USA, Old Paramus Reformed Church, Community Center Advisory Board, SHARE Inc, Ridgecrest Senior Housing and Civic Youth Corps. Space is limited to 75 guests and registration is required. Bus transportati…

by Cindy Capitani

11/04/2016

Schools

Teen 'Art Effect' In Philly Exhibits Work Of 11 Englewood Students Students from an Englewood art school are exhibiting their work at a Philadelphia gallery on Saturday.One River School of Art + Design in Englewood chose 11 students from its roster of 300 to exhibit at The Savery Gallery. The gallery will host the free, pop-up Art Effect exhibit for one day only, Nov. 5 from 5 -8 p.m. Art Effect will feature more than two dozen works by the teen students, some of whom will be on hand for the exhibit. One River School of Art + Design is the first in a new, national network of franchised art schools to launch with the mission to develop the "next genera…

by Cindy Capitani

11/04/2016

News

Lyndhurst's Anthony Rizzo Takes It Home For The Cubs LYNDHURST, N.J. -- A little bit of Bears Country had a big showing in the World Series with Chicago Cubs' first baseman Anthony Rizzo, who has roots in Lyndhurst. Rizzo helped bring the Cubs to their first World Series win in 108 years, breaking the longest championship drought by any major American sports team. The Cubs toppled the Indians 8-7 in a 10-inning nail-biter that stretched into Thursday morning in Cleveland. Rizzo is son of John and Lori Rapisardi Rizzo, both born and raised in Lyndhurst. The 27-year-old hit a home run in Game 6 of the World Series, all but guaranteeing a Ga…

by Cindy Capitani

11/03/2016

Events

Light The Night In Sleepy Hollow, Help Fight Leukemia, Lymphoma Thousands of people are expected to “Light The Night" for leukemia and lymphoma on Saturday during a walk along the Hudson. The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s “Light The Night Walk” on Nov. 5 at 5 p.m. includes music, fireworks, entertainment, family activities, and a walk along the Hudson through Sleepy Hollow and Tarrytown. Approximately 4,000 people are expected to take part in the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Westchester County Light The Night Walk, which starts at Kingsland Point County Park in Sleepy Hollow. Held for the past 8 years at Rye Playland, LLS has trans…

by Cindy Capitani

11/03/2016

Events

Harrington Park Welcomes Serious, Casual Runners To Its 5K HARRINGTON PARK, N.J. -- Money will be raised for local causes at a 5K Run/Walk, Mile Fun Run and Kiddie Dash on Saturday, Nov. 12 in Harrington Park. The 15th Annual Harrington Park 5K Fall Spectacular steps off from Harrington Park School, 191 Harriot Ave. Registration opens at 8 a.m., rain or shine. The 5K run is USATF certified and sanctioned. The Run/Walk Starts at 10 a.m. The Kiddie Dash (6 and under) begins at 9 a.m. and the Mile Fun Run (9 and under), at 9:15 a.m. Serious runners and casual racers are welcome from New Jersey and New York. The focus is to raise money for local…

by Cindy Capitani

11/03/2016

News

North Salem League Holding Thanksgiving Food Drive NORTH SALEM, N.Y. -- Reach out to those less fortunate by donating meal staples to the North Salem League's Thanksgiving Food Drive. Frozen turkeys, canned goods and sealed food packages will be accepted from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 20, at the North Salem Lions Community Center. Suggested sealed food include stuffing, cranberry sauce, gravy and other items typically served for a Thanksgiving meal. The North Salem Lions Community Center is located at 1 Titicus River Road, corner of Titus River Road and Route 22, next to Swan Deli.. For more information call 914-384-5346. To be …

by Cindy Capitani

11/02/2016

Neighbors

'To Catch A Cat': Author Discusses Love Story In Englewood ENGLEWOOD, N.J. -- A former New York City journalist will chat about falling in love and defining her roots while rescuing kittens Wednesday in Englewood. Author Heather Green, formerly of Manhattan and Union City, will read from and discuss her memoir "To Catch a Cat: How Three Stray Kittens Rescued Me," at 7 p.m. at the Englewood Library. The memoir -- Green's first book -- chronicles how rescuing feral cats with her boyfriend, Matt, at his home in Union City helped her realize a renewed sense of commitment and belonging. The book’s narrative describes the entertaining ins and…

by Cindy Capitani

11/02/2016

Events

Allendale Teens Organize Run For SIDS ALLENDALE, N.J. -- Help raise money for SIDS by participating in the 5K Run/Walk for CJ in Allendale on Sunday, Nov. 20. The start location is Northern Highlands Regional High School, 298 Hillside Ave, Allendale and cost is $15 for people who register by Nov. 18. Register here. This year's run is a DECA Community Service Project organized by Dylan Kossar, Paige Mezzatesta and Alex Pirsos of Northern Highlands Regional High School. Kossar has a strong, yet unfortunate connection to the cause. In 2004, his brother Ryan fell victim to SIDS. This run is in honor of not only him, but the 2,200-p…

by Cindy Capitani

11/02/2016

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