CONGRATULATIONS VINCENT MATERO

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CONGRATULATIONS VINCENT MATERO! Brewster, N.Y. – 2/26/13 POSTED BY SENATOR GREG BALL – Over two dozen veterans from throughout the Hudson Valley were honored at Senator Greg Ball (R,C,I - Patterson) 2nd Annual Veterans’ Hall of Fame Ceremony. Among them, was Vincent A. Matero from village of Croton-On-Hudson. The Veterans’ Hall of Fame was created by Senator Ball, and designed to honor outstanding veterans throughout the 40th Senate District. Each veteran that was honored will also be individually featured on a traveling wall that will tour local municipalities throughout the 40th district… Vincent A. Matero is the Fox Ekloff Post 505 honoree for the 40th District Veterans’ Hall of Fame. Vincent A. Matero was born in Croton-On-Hudson, New York in April 1916. He served in the United States Navy for three years and three months, reaching the rank of Gunners Mate 2nd Class. During his service, Vincent A. Matero earned the Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal, the American Campaign Medal, and the World War II Victory Medal. 

CONGRATS STEPHANIE VLAD!

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CONGRATULATIONS STEPHANIE VLAD, one of 23 student-athletes to earn a spot on State University of New York's Athletic Conference for the fall semester.

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Another fab new putz house by Howard Lamey, a smaller version of his "Dutch Colonial"; click on the photo. We couldn't wait to show it to you. For more of Howard's excellent work, visit littleglitterhouses.com

Tara sent us some marvelous Youtube Clips--we just couldn't wait to share them:

Video of 1942 Oscar winners https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Flwfccjya_g&NR=1&feature=fvwp

And 1943 Oscar winners https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RewGEFRYu2c

And 1944 Oscar winners https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m8QS-ucKobk

All quite wonderful 

This is a pretty neat site: Elizabeth's Embellishments, feather trees, odd little decorations, etc.  http://www.elizabethsembellishments.com/Easter-Decorations/

AND EVEN MORE FROM THE DAYS OF CROTON'S SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL

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In 2012, one of EverythingCroton’s most popular series was on CROTON’S SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL. 

You can see more of that at the link below: http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2012/11/final-installment-crotons-shakespeare.html   

So we were delighted when an envelope of 1972 AND 1973 clippings on the festival were mailed to us on Sunday and couldn't wait to get them online. Click on the photos--these are all from 1973. Enjoy! See more of these clippings here http://www.everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2013/02/more-from-crotons-shakespeare-festival.html

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Our favorite vintage Christmas ad find to date—from the 1940's—Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer—Season’s Greetings from the producers The Jam Handy Organization; click on the photo.

See the progress of Howard Lamey’s “Dutch Colonial” putz house—the SMALL version—here--click on the link, scroll down the page http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2012/11/pedal-power.html

The Vintage Knitter features an 1891 pattern for baby booties http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2013/02/the-vintage-knitter-2013-2-baby-bootie.html

Easter Rabbit and Chicks Dummy Boards, set of 4   http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004N2Z96G/ref=dra_a_rv_mr_ho_it_P1500_1000?tag=dradis-20

Buck Rogers repro spaceship--this is awesome http://www.toyconnect.blogspot.com/2013/02/gearbox-toys-2006-buck-rogers-spaceship.html

Repro 1930's Easter candy boxes  http://www.theholidaybarn.com/1930-s-easter-candy-boxes.aspx

REALLY REDUCED, LITTLE PUTZ HOUSES http://www.jz-rose.com/Search/item/08-78486

MORE FROM CROTON'S SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL DAYS

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

In 2012, one of EverythingCroton’s most popular series was on CROTON’S SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL. You can see more of that at the link below: http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2012/11/final-installment-crotons-shakespeare.html  

So we were delighted when an envelope of 1972 AND 1973 clippings on the festival were mailed to us today and couldn't wait to get them online. Click on the photos--these are all from 1973. Enjoy! UPDATED: SEE MORE OF THESE CLIPPINGS HERE http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2013/02/and-even-more-from-days-of-crotons.html

THE VINTAGE KNITTER 2013, #2 : BABY BOOTIE PATTERN FROM 1891

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BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND, THE VINTAGE KNITTER (AND CROCHET TOO) 2013; we have a real treat, an 1891 pattern for a baby bootie. Click on the photos below. For more--and an index to past Vintage Knitter articles, click on the link http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2013/01/the-vintage-knitter-is-back-at.html

And don't forget: the Croton Library has a monthly knitting circle; contact them directly for times and dates: www.crotonfreelibrary.org

A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO FEED THE BIRDS & ETHAN LEWIS FROM THE CROTON ARBORETUM

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A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO FEED THE BIRDS AND ETHAN LEWIS FROM THE CROTON ARBORETUM 

Thank you! Thank you!

Thank you first to Rob and Maria Armanini, owners of Feed the Birds—the local source for everything related to wild-birds—for supporting the Arboretum through the sale of reusable shopping bags emblazoned with our logo and the words “We Support the Croton Arboretum.” 

The Armanini's produced the bags at their own expense and have been selling them at their store for several months and donating 100% of the proceeds to the Arboretum. The bags are made of Non-Woven Polypropylene (NWPP), a fabric that is recyclable, non-toxic, non-allergenic, and machine washable. 

Thank you also to one of our youngest supporters, middle schooler and budding entrepreneur Ethan Lewis. He borrowed bags from Feed the Birds to sell at his brother's soccer games, then arranged to sell them at Shoprite during the holidays, and he solicited donations from friends and family.

Together, the Armanini's and Ethan have raised $1,174 for the Arboretum!

(ALL PHOTOS ALL RIGHTS RESERVED CROTON ARBORETUM) 

For more about the Jane E. Lytle Memorial Arboretum, visit www.crotonarboretum.org 

FEED THE BIRDS, 326 S. RIVERSIDE AVE. IN THE HEART OF HARMON

ETHAN LEWIS

CROTON COLONIAL DINER NAMED BUSINESS OF THE YEAR BY THE HUDSON VALLEY GCC

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CONGRATULATIONS CROTON COLONIAL DINER.

It  has been-named Business of the Year by the Hudson Valley Gateway Chamber of Commerce.

Mr. Peter Tsagarakis: I would like to voice my appreciation for all those involved in the honor bestowed upon me for the Croton Colonial Restaurant and Diner being selected Business of the Year at the Chamber's annual dinner held Janaury 26th at The Mansion at Colonial Terrace. Special thanks to Chairman Mark Franzoso and the directors of the board for all the charitable work they do in the area they cover. Special thanks as well to the Croton Caring Committee, the Croton Lions Club, the Rotary Clubs of Croton-on-Hudson and Peekskill and the Collabergh-Radium Lodge #859.

EverythingCroton extends its sincere thanks as well. Croton Colonial is a Croton institution and another reason why...life is good in Croton-on-Hudson.

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You may also have an interest in:
--Hudson Valley Gateway Chamber of Commerce home page:  https://www.hvgatewaychamber.com/
--December 2012, CET and the Croton Colonial Diner  http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2012/12/another-reason-to-shop-locallycroton.html

FOR TRAIN LOVERS ONLY 2013, #7

This latest installment of For Train Lovers Only brings you some restored postcard images from a retired railroad worker here in the village who generously allowed us access to his collection. We had a ball and especially love the stark futuristic feel of the Pennsylvania Railroad locomotives below. And check out the 1883 Brighton Beach Railway map to Coney Island and other hot spots of the day. Click on the photos below. Stay tuned for more.

--The USPS apparently did a series of Train & Locomotive postcards in 1999--and Toys and Stuff has them; here are a few of the most recent links:
http://www.toyconnect.blogspot.com/2013/02/train-time-usps-trains-locomotives-post_20.html
http://www.toyconnect.blogspot.com/2013/02/train-time-usps-trains-locomotives-post_13.html
http://www.toyconnect.blogspot.com/2013/02/train-time-usps-trains-locomotives-post.html

--We just LOVE this Lionel Wild West Lone Ranger train--click on the link and scroll down the page http://www.bigtrainstore.com/o_gauge/o_gauge.htm

--UPDATED: GRAND CENTRAL STATION, a little known fact http://www.hodinkee.com/blog/grand-central-station-clocks-fast

SEE MORE 2013 FOR TRAIN LOVERS ONLY HERE:  http://www.everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2013/02/for-train-lovers-only-2013-6.html 

AND FOR AN INDEX TO THE 2012 FOR TRAIN LOVERS ONLY SERIES, click on the link http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2012/10/final-installment-index-for-train.html 

AND IF YOU FIND YOURSELF IN CROTON IN THE SPRING, SOME UPCOMING RAIL/TRAIN LECTURES AT THE CROTON LIBRARY VIA CROTON FRIENDS OF HISTORY  http://www.crotonfriendsofhistory.org/

DUDLEY FIELD MALONE: SCOTT'S CHRONICLES OF CROTON'S BOHEMIA CONTINUES

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THE LATEST INSTALLMENT OF ROBERT SCOTT’S CHRONICLES OF CROTON’S BOHEMIA: DUDLEY FIELD MALONE, a two part article that chronicles his amazing career--and his prominent role in the women's suffrage movement. See both installments below:  

DUDLEY FIELD MALONE, 1: THE COURAGE OF HIS CONVICTIONS

With the ratification of the 19th Amendment by the state of Tennessee on August 18, 1920, women gained the right to vote. 

It was not only a right whose time had come; it was long overdue. Women could vote in elections in 27 other nations before suffrage became law in the United States. 

Four Croton women profiled previously in these pages—Louise Bryant, Inez Milholland, Crystal Eastman and Doris Stevens--had actively participated in the struggle for women's suffrage. 

It is now time to pay tribute to one man who played a significant role in the fight: Dudley Field Malone. READ MORE HERE: http://www.notorc.blogspot.com/2013/02/dudley-field-malone-1-courage-of-his.html

DUDLEY FIELD MALONE, 2: From Croton to Paris to Hollywood

Internationally famous lawyer Dudley Field Malone played a prominent role in spectacular human rights causes early in the 20th century. 

When women who were lawfully picketing the White House and Capitol were arrested and jailed for obstructing the sidewalk, he defended them in court. READ MORE HERE: http://www.notorc.blogspot.com/2013/02/dudley-field-malone-2-from-ceroton-to.html

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Love this old ad! From 1961--complete with train. Click on the photo.

Large two story Santa window putz house, courtesy of Tom H http://www.cardboardchristmas.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=15&t=314 

The 1960’s Far Out Man http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2013/02/the-1960s-far-out-man_18.html 

For the reader looking for a motor home putz template, well we have some for a Caravan http://www.cardboardchristmas.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=10&t=281 

Pinterest and Putz! http://pinterest.com/ajylitalomiller/putz-old-and-new/ 

Great old photo with wonderful old stuffed animals—scroll down to see them close up http://www.flickr.com/photos/plaisanter/8490845629/in/contacts/

THE VINTAGE CROTON HISTORIAN: GRAND STREET, BUSTLING BOULEVARD OF YESTERYEAR

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If you're not yet a member of the Croton Historical Society, you're missing out on their quarterly publication: THE CROTON HISTORIAN. This informative publication always entertains--it also deepens your appreciation of why we live in Croton in the first place and is a perk that comes with membership. 

As promised, EverythingCroton is now featuring selected pages from vintage editions of The Croton Historian for your reading pleasure: this week's proverbial blast from the past comes from theSUMMER OF 2009 edition–GRAND STREET: BUSTLING BOULEVARD OF YESTERYEAR. Click on the scans below.

To find out more about THE CROTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY, visit http://www.crotononhudson-ny.gov/Public_Documents/CrotonHudsonNY_WebDocs/HistoricalSociety/index

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