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Westchester Groups Continue 'Justice Monday' In White Plains Westchester Groups Continue 'Justice Monday' In White Plains
Westchester Groups Continue 'Justice Monday' In White Plains WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Residents passionate about issues facing Westchester County and the nation today are invited to take part in the next Social Justice Monday on Monday, Feb. 27 in White Plains. Hosted by the WESPAC Foundation, the next gathering at noon at the Fountain in downtown will be a peaceful rally and show of strength and resistance to the policies of hate and divisiveness, said Nada Khader of WESPAC. Attendees are invited to bring signs (not on sticks please) and friends.  "Silence equals acceptance. Raise your voice with the community and show the world that we are…

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by K Reakes
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Learn How To Geomap In Pound Ridge Learn How To Geomap In Pound Ridge
Learn How To Geomap In Pound Ridge POUND RIDGE, N.Y. -- The Pound Ridge Library announced that it is hosting a training session for residents who want to learn geomapping.  Geomapping involves the addition of data on mapping items, such as plant life, for Geographic Information Systems (GIS), the library notes. Pound Ridge has its own GIS system and the town's Conservation Board is seeking volunteers to help update it, according to the library. The session is scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 28 at 6:30 p.m.

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by Tom Auchterlonie
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Chappaqua Group Holding Panel On 'Fake News' In Trump Era Chappaqua Group Holding Panel On 'Fake News' In Trump Era
Chappaqua Group Holding Panel On 'Fake News' In Trump Era CHAPPAQUA, N.Y. -- A local liberal-leaning group called Left of Main Street announced that it will hold a panel discussion on the role of fake news in the era of President Donald Trump, which will feature current and former journalists. The panelists include Grace Bennett, publisher and editor of The Inside Press; Helen Jonsen, a former journalist with Fox 5 and Pix 11; Kate Stone Lombardi, who contributes to The New York Times; and Kristen Prata Browde, a former CBS News anchor. Left of Main Street is a group founded by Chappaqua residents Cynthia Ware Metcalf and Ann Styles Brochstein, wh…

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by Tom Auchterlonie
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Pound Ridge Holding Open Mic At Conant Hall Pound Ridge Holding Open Mic At Conant Hall
Pound Ridge Holding Open Mic At Conant Hall POUND RIDGE, N.Y. -- The town of Pound Ridge's Recreation Department is encouraging residents to stop by Conant Hall for an Open Mic. Folks are welcome to be the performers, whether by singing or speaking. For those who don't want to be performers, the event also encourages people to show up and watch. The Open Mic will be held on Sunday, March 5 from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

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by Tom Auchterlonie
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Meet Clifford The Dog At Country Children's Center Book Fair In Katonah Meet Clifford The Dog At Country Children's Center Book Fair In Katonah
Meet Clifford The Dog At Country Children's Center Book Fair In Katonah KATONAH, N.Y. -- Country Children's Center announced that Clifford the Big Red Dog will be on hand for its annual Scholastic Book Fair and Pancake Breakfast. The fair is scheduled for Saturday, March 3 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., and will be held at 466 Cross River Road in Katonah. "Parents and children can browse hundreds of children’s books and buy the ones they want at a discount while supporting the Country Children’s Center and having fun," the center noted in its announcement. Admission to the fair is $5 per person. Breakfast will include sausage and pancakes, while kids can ge…

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by Tom Auchterlonie
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Katonah Library Celebrating Women's Sufferage Centennial With Photo Gallery Katonah Library Celebrating Women's Sufferage Centennial With Photo Gallery
Katonah Library Celebrating Women's Sufferage Centennial With Photo Gallery KATONAH, N.Y. -- To celebrate the 100th anniversary of when women were granted the right to vote across the country, the Katonah Village Library announced that it will host a photo gallery. The gallery, which will run in March, is called "Votes for Women: Celebrating New York’s Suffrage Centennial." It is scheduled to kick off with a reception on Friday, March 3 at 6:30 p.m. That evening, the library says there will be a screening of the 2004 historical drama "Iron Jawed Angels," which starred Anjelica Huston, Hilary Swank and Margo Martindale. The library adds that it wi…

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by Tom Auchterlonie
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Horticultural 'Crown Jewel' Set To Bloom In Somers' Lasdon Park Horticultural 'Crown Jewel' Set To Bloom In Somers' Lasdon Park
Horticultural 'Crown Jewel' Set To Bloom In Somers' Lasdon Park SOMERS, N.Y. – In just a few months, nature lovers will be able to visit a tropical rainforest, without having to travel to South America, Africa or Asia, said Ted Kozlowski, manager of the Lasdon Park and Arboretum in Somers. Ten years – and a lot of blood, sweat, and tears – in the making, the park’s new Glass House Conservatory is set to open on Saturday, June 17. Its first exhibit, titled “The Rainforest: Tropical Treasures,” will feature, not only exotic plants and flowers, but water features and the sounds of such jungle denizens as macaws, jaguars, and poison dart frogs. “It’s our v…

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by Carol Reif
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Westchester Action Group Schedules Presidents Day Rally Westchester Action Group Schedules Presidents Day Rally
Westchester Action Group Schedules Presidents Day Rally WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- Community leaders and grassroots activists will gather at noon on Monday, Feb. 20 at the intersection of Main Street and Mamaroneck Ave for the fourth scheduled "Justice Monday" on President's Day. Westchester County Board Legislator Catherine Borgia will speak about the Immigrant Protection Bill that she is sponsoring at the County Board of Legislators, and will share ways citizens can be supportive of these efforts. Details are HERE. You can also go to www.wespac.org.

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by Jeanne Muchnick
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Pound Ridge Group Seeks 'Citizen Scientists' To Fight Invasive Species Pound Ridge Group Seeks 'Citizen Scientists' To Fight Invasive Species
Pound Ridge Group Seeks 'Citizen Scientists' To Fight Invasive Species POUND RIDGE, N.Y. -- In an effort to battle the spread of invasive plant species, the Pound Ridge Land Conservancy announced that it is looking for "citizen scientists" to help. To this end, three seminars are being offered to the public this month. The first will include a visit by Akiko Busch, author of the work "The Incidental Steward: Reflections on Citizen Science." Busch, the conservancy says, will talk about how volunteers play a role in maintaining ecosystems. She will also discuss how to recruit volunteers, the conservancy adds. The talk, which will also feature…

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by Tom Auchterlonie
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Blues Artist Marc Black To Perform At Croton Falls' Schoolhouse Theater Blues Artist Marc Black To Perform At Croton Falls' Schoolhouse Theater
Blues Artist Marc Black To Perform At Croton Falls' Schoolhouse Theater CROTON FALLS, N.Y. -- The Schoolhouse Theater & Arts Center announced that Hall of Fame blues artist Marc Black will visit to perform a concert this Saturday. "The presentation features songs performed by Marc on guitar and vocal and an engaging slide show that will slide you right back in time," Schoolhouse noted in its announcement. "The show considers the forces at play during this potent time in our history and how our changes were reflected in popular music, its rhythms, melodies and lyrics. Folks who attend the show find themselves singing along from the beginning to…

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by Tom Auchterlonie
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Pound Ridge Firefighters Invite Community To Annual Pancake Breakfast Pound Ridge Firefighters Invite Community To Annual Pancake Breakfast
Pound Ridge Firefighters Invite Community To Annual Pancake Breakfast POUND RIDGE, N.Y. -- The Pound Ridge Volunteer Fire Department will host its second annual Pancake breakfast on Sunday, Feb. 26, at the Pound Ridge Fire House. All-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage and breakfast drinks will be only $5 and free for kids ages 10 and younger. People are invited to come out and have some awesome food, meet the men and women who serve the community, and take a tour of the trucks. All proceeds from the breakfast will go to a TBD veteran's organization. The Pancake breakfast will be from 8 a.m. - noon. The Pound Ridge Fire House is at 80 Westchester Ave., Pound …

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by Ken Davis
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Bedford 2020 Holding First-Ever 'Food Forum' Bedford 2020 Holding First-Ever 'Food Forum'
Bedford 2020 Holding First-Ever 'Food Forum' BEDFORD, N.Y. -- Foodies, farm to table fans, lover's of the environment, and especially devotees of the sustainable food movement won't want to miss the upcoming Bedford 2020 Food Forum on March 4. Held at Fox Lake High School, the event will offer a day full of events that include everything from workshops to a farmer's market, to guest speakers, and of course, food.  The major community event, hosted by Bedford 2020, will engage attendees in local food’s many benefits and build awareness and support for local farmers, the food system, and initiatives that increase food access for all an…

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by K Reakes