Saturday, November 8, 2025

REMINDER---11/22--HOLY NAME OF MARY CONCERT

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Holy Name of Mary Cortlandt Chamber Orchestra Free Concert On Saturday, November 22 at 7:30pm - Come hear the Cortlandt Chamber Orchestra as they celebrate their 100th concert with a repeat of their very first performance from January of 1993. The orchestra started here at Holy Name of Mary as a fundraiser for a new organ and has been going ever since. Now, join us for a free concert as we recognize this significant milestone in our history. Spread the word and bring your friends. All are invited to attend. 20251026.pdf

TARRYTOWN LIGHTHOUSE VANDALISM---WHERE THINGS STAND AS OF JULY 2025

As of now, there is no publicly available update on the outcome of the July 22, 2025 court date for the Tarrytown Lighthouse vandalism case. News coverage has not reported any developments beyond the initial arraignments and charges filed in June. (THERE WAS ALSO A DATE SUPPOSEDLY IN AUGUST)

What We Know So Far
  • Four teenagers were charged in connection with the May 31 vandalism and arson at the historic lighthouse.

  • Three suspects were arraigned in early June:

    • Elvin Ayavaca (18) and Richard Barrero (19) were charged with third-degree arson, burglary, and criminal mischief.

    • A 17-year-old was charged as a juvenile and arraigned in Youth Part Court.

  • A fourth 17-year-old suspect was expected to surrender but no public update confirms this occurred.

  • The next scheduled court appearance was July 22, 2025, but no media outlets have reported the results of that hearing.

THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY DESSERTS THAT WON'T BREAK THE BUDGET

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With Thanksgiving on the horizon, the blog has had the annual request for holiday "dessert" helpful hints and recipes that won't break the bank...here you go---click on the photos and links:

For many families, "gussied-upped" instant pudding or Jello served in the prettiest glasses is traditional dessert fare....but oh that deflated whipped cream---and yes homemade really is best---here's 4 STABILIZED WHIPPED CREAM RECIPES---these methods REALLY work! CHECK OUT THE VIDEO HERE.  AND HERE'S A GREAT RECIPE AND VIDEO FOR STABILIZIED CARAMEL WHIPPED CREAM! This goes great on pumpkin or apple pie.

And keeping things stress free---If you are not making your pies from scratch, we highly recommend MRS. SMITH FROZEN BAKE AND SERVE PIES---(shhhhhhhhh....no one needs to know)---their Dutch Apple Crumb and Pumpkin pies are amazing...find them at Croton Shoprite.  Add one of the stabilized home made whipped creams above and you can truly say, yep, I made it myself.

Looking for SOMETHING IN THE no-bake dessert option? NO problem:

--FOR THOSE OF US WITH HAPPY MEMORIES OF WOOLWORTH'S CHEESECAKE(!): A RECIPE FOR THE CLASSIC WOOLWORTH'S COUNTER CHEESECAKE! CHECK OUT THIS NO-BAKED MEMORY MARVEL HERE.

AND FOR SOME BUDGET TABLE DECORATING IDEAS, HERE ARE A FEW OPTIONS THAT PACK A LOT OF PUNCH FOR PENNIES:

---DECORATING THE THANKSGIVING TABLE, HIGH-STYLE, LOW BUDGET https://www.thebudgetdecorator.com/high-style-low-budget-thanksgiving-tables/

---A HALF DOZEN FREE THANKSGIVING PRINT YOUR OWN PLACE CARDS https://www.thesprucecrafts.com/free-printable-thanksgiving-place-cards-1356368

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VETERANS DAY SCHEDULE VILLAGE OF CROTON

Village offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 11th in observance of Veterans Day. Read more at Veterans Day Holiday Schedule | Croton-on-Hudson NY

FROM THE GREAT MICHAEL DEACON--BLACK LIVES MATTER MADE OUR ELITES LOSE THE PLOT--AND THEY'RE FINALLY STARTING TO ADMIT IT

The simplest way to sum up modern progressive activists is this: they’re sociopaths who identify as empaths. Forever lecturing others about compassion, while themselves being brutally cruel.

This was never clearer than during Black Lives Matter mania, which saw almost the entire progressive elite pursue a frenzied vendetta against anyone suspected of ideological impurity. Take the monstrous hounding of the author Kate Clanchy.  MORE AT Black Lives Matter made our elites lose the plot – and they’re finally starting to admit it

ICYMI--THE CROTON KNITTER AND CROCHETER TOO--JUST A FEW QUICK THANKSGIVING IDEAS

A few quick holiday ideas. Read and see more at EverythingCroton: THE CROTON KNITTER AND CROCHETER TOO--JUST A FEW QUICK THANKSGIVING IDEAS

CONGRATULATIONS ST. AUGUSTINE STUDENTS OF THE MONTH FOR SEPTEMBER AND OCTOBER

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CONGRATULATIONS ST. AUGUSTINE STUDENTS OF THE MONTH FOR SEPTEMBER AND OCTOBER

CLICK ON THE IMAGE. READ MORE AT Student of the Month - St. Augustine School - Ossining, NY

1967 CROTON SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL, MARGARET FRAWLEY, PINOCCHIO, ETC.

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STUMBLED ACROSS THIS MAY 17, 1967 BLURB ABOUT THE CROTON SHAKESPEA
RE FESTIVAL, MARGARET FRAWLEY, PINOCCHIO ETC.

CLICK ON THE IMAGE.

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***TEMPLE ISRAEL MIDNIGHT RUN; CLICK HERE

***SUSTAINABLE WESTCHESTER, IT'S OVER, SEE THE CROTON CHRONICLE AT EverythingCroton: SUSTAINABLE WESTCHESTER, WESTCHESTER POWER, TO DISCONTINUE COMMUNITY CHOICE AGGREGATION PROGRAM AT END OF MONTH

***NEW TREE LAW IN CROTON; GO TO EverythingCroton: NEW LAW TO PROTECT TREES IN EFFECT IN CROTON-ON-HUDSON

***ALLEGED KIRK ASSASSIN ROBINSON, WHAT WE KNOW; GO TO EverythingCroton: CHARLIE KIRK'S ALLEGED ASSASSIN CONFESSES ON DISCORD, EVERYTHING WE KNOW

***SOME PHOTOS FROM THE 10/18 HEART HEALTH FAIR; GO TO EverythingCroton: SOME PHOTOS FROM THE 10/18 HEART HEALTH FAIR

***TOM FARANDA'S BLOG IS BACK UP ON ITS NEWS PLATFORM AND WHAT AN INAUGURAL PIECE!  GO TO EverythingCroton: TOM FARANDA'S FOLLY IS BACK: NO KINGS--ALL WHITE BABY BOOMERS

***HOLY NAME OF MARY FAITH FORMATION CONFIRMATION CLASS, NY CATHOLIC YOUTH DAY; SEE AND READ MORE AT EverythingCroton: HOLY NAME OF MARY FAITH FORMATION CONFIRMATION CLASS, NY CATHOLIC YOUTH DAY

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BREAKING: SUPREME COURT ISSUES EMERGENCY ORDER TEMPORARILLY BLOCKING FULL SNAP PAYMENTS

The Supreme Court has issued an emergency order blocking SNAP funding amid the ongoing Schumer Shutdown. Here's more from the Associated Press:

The Supreme Court on Friday granted the Trump administration’s emergency appeal to temporarily block a court order to fully fund SNAP food aid payments amid the government shutdown, even though residents in some states already have received the funds.

A judge had given the Republican administration until Friday to make the payments through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. But the administration asked an appeals court to suspend any court orders requiring it to spend more money than is available in a contingency fund, and instead allow it to continue with planned partial SNAP payments for the month.

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson issued the ruling, putting a temporary stay on an earlier order issued by a Rhode Island judge that required the Trump administration to disburse the full SNAP payment amount in the month of November. MORE AT Supreme Court Issues Emergency Order Temporarily Blocking Full SNAP Payments

IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR....

the latest Croton Crafts and Commerce news (with a smattering of other local events too)----then just visit the CROTON CRAFTS AND COMMERCE FB PAGE instead.

It's a public page and you needn't be on FB to view the content (or sign in). 

Often updated in real time too!

Go to Croton Crafts and Commerce | Facebook

And the Croton Crafts and Commerce page has news about The Blue Pig, Melita's, MEXTOGO, Devotion Studio, Croton River Artisans Gallery, YUKA'S LATIN FUSION, Feed the Birds, 105-Twenty, THE CROTON GRILLE, ROBBIN'S, LA CATRINA and more.

FROM SUPERVISOR BECKER: WESTCHESTER MUNICIPAL CONSORTIUM ACHIEVES MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN CON EDISON RATE CASE SETTLEMENT

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Westchester County, NY — November 7, 2025

The Westchester Municipal Consortium (WMC) — The Town of Cortlandt and an unprecedented coalition of 40 local municipalities joined forces to become a party to Con Edison’s 2025 electric and gas rate case filings before the New York State Public Service Commission (PSC) announced that a three-year settlement agreement (known as a Joint Proposal) has been formally reached between Con Edison, the PSC staff, and other parties.

The Joint Proposal substantially reduces Con Edison’s original rate requests and includes several key provisions advanced by the Westchester Municipal Consortium.  The Joint Proposal itself states: “The Westchester Municipal Consortium will also not oppose this negotiated Proposal, which substantially reduces the Company’s initial rate proposals and includes provisions sought by the Westchester Municipal Consortium.” READ MORE AT Westchester Municipal Consortium Achieves Major Accomplishments in Con Edison Rate Case Settlement - Town of Cortlandt, NY News

REMINDER - 11/23, TEMPLE ISRAEL, SPEAKING WITH A HOLOCAUST SURVIVOR

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11/23--Join Sisterhood at Temple Israel of Northern Westchester as we welcome guest speaker Sonja Geismar, a Holocaust survivor. We hope you will join us to remember, reflect, and stand against hatred and antisemitism. This event is free and open to all congregants including children in grades 6 and above, but advance registration is requested due to security protocols. MORE INFO AT Speaking with a Holocaust Survivor - Event - Temple Israel of Northern Westchester




Friday, November 7, 2025

REMINDER--CIRCLE SCHOOL TAG SALE 11/8

Welcome to Everything Croton, a collection of all things Croton-on-Hudson: our history, our homes, our issues, our businesses, our schools, our houses of worship -- in short, EVERYTHING CROTON.

Circle School’s popular tag sale is back for fall! Shop a huge selection of baby and kids’ clothing (sizes newborn through big kid), maternity and women’s clothing, shoes, coats, outerwear, strollers, baby gear, books, puzzles, games, toys, and much more. Enjoy unbeatable prices, with many items priced at just one dollar

Circle School Fall Tag Sale
Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025
9 AM TO 1 PM
119 Maple Street