PART TWO: MORE WINDOWS FROM THE 2012 HALLOWEEN WINDOW PAINTING CONTEST

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We've added more windows from the 2012 Halloween Window Painting Contest to our online Flickr set of photos. We hope to add more photos if time permits.

Click on the link! 

http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2012/10/photos-from-2012-halloween-window.html

PHOTOS, HOLY NAME OF MARY OKTOBERFEST 2012

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Well another Holy Name of Mary Knights of Columbus Oktoberfest has come and gone. Here are a few photos, courtesy of Regina Montana: Yes it's proud grandparents time. Meet Matthew, grandson of Regina and Lou Montana--outfitted for the occasion of course. Click on the photos. P.S. You can also find Regina's nature photography at FEED THE BIRDS (326 S. Riverside Ave.)

PHOTOS FROM THE BARRY KEEGAN EVENT AT THE CROTON ARBORETUM

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Click on the photos below from the 10/20/12 Native American Crafts and Culture event with Barry Keegan at the Jane E. Lytle Memorial Arboretum.

Just another great example of the many ways in which the Arboretum serves the community at large. For more about the arboretum, visit http://www.crotonarboretum.org/
  

MORE EVERYTHING CROTON'S FABULOUS VINTAGE WEBSITES, FINDS, ETC.

Glass from Christmas Past—a super article with pages from catalogs – antique and vintage Christmas ornaments -  fabulous for dating ornaments, determining their country of origin etc. http://www.cmog.org/blog/2011/12/16/glass-from-christmas-past/ 

Available on CD; six great Indiana Glass catalogs—a must for the collector http://indianaglass.carnivalheaven.com/id282.htm 

16 photos from a newly created “1955” pool house – amazing stuff http://tiny.cc/59vjmw 

New stuff added at Tiny Things are Cute—perfect putzing sizes on some of this stuff http://www.tinythingsarecute.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=2_18 

Another great Christmas ad from the 1944 Radio Mirror; click on the photos:

PHOTOS, RESULTS AND MORE FROM THE 2012 HARRY CHAPIN RUN--YOUR BUSINESS COMMUNITY TOO

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Another Harry Chapin Run Against Hunger has come and gone. The weather couldn't get any better.  And to all the event's sponsors, a very big Thank You! Click on the link to see them all--Pronto, Hilltop, Trinkets, Lifestyles and Interiors by Lisa, Croton Auto Park, Capriccio's II, Justin Thyme, Franzoso Contracting, Happy Hearts, Croton Country Gardens, the Croton Yacht Club, The Purple Monkey and so many more--http://www.runagainsthunger.com/sponsors/)

The 10K results are also now online at LINK NO LONGER ACTIVE.

Of course, Shoprite was there at yet another community-building event (they provided all the food)--while Cookie from Croton Country Gardens donated two $25 gift certificates and 55 pumpkins for the kids to decorate. Baked by Susan was a sponsor too--here's Colgan O'Keefe packing up the fresh-baked apple pies for delivery--of course Valerie and Phil of Trinkets--Grouchy Gabe and Son too--did all the grilling and serving again this year. And here are some shots of the runners heading towards the finish line to the applause of the crowd. All and all a great day. Click on the photos. 

UPDATED: TRINKETS CLOSED ITS UPPER VILLAGE LOCATION IN 2015

PART ONE: SOME PHOTOS FROM THE 2012 HALLOWEEN WINDOW PAINTING CONTEST

Window by Rhea Barkan, Photo by M.D. Cudequest

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Saturday was Croton's annual Halloween Window Painting Contest, sponsored by the village's recreation department. We have some very talented children out there and you are encouraged to see their creations in the Upper Village, at Croton Commons, and elsewhere in the village.

Click here to see only a few of this year's windows.

MORE EVERYTHING CROTON'S FABULOUS VINTAGE WEBSITES, FINDS, ETC.

--We were thrilled to discover this late 1950's, early 1960's vintage cookie tin, complete with made in Japan red flocked deer image. Aside from a dent in edge of the lid, it cleaned up beautiful and is marked Macy's. Click on the photo.

--An interesting Brit site with some free building downloads http://www.scalescenes.com/railscenes 

--A truly marvelous bit of architecture! http://www.flickr.com/photos/x-ray_delta_one/8104515496/in/contacts/ 

--A Christmas “village” cake http://www.flickr.com/photos/itsmycake/5348983291/

--Very clever idea for paper doilies; click on the link and keep scrolling down the page http://www.thecottagemarket.com/2011/11/christmas-in-white-tutorial.html

--Best price we have seen on crepe paper nut cups http://thecakegirls.com/shop-1/party/nut-cups-and-cones/crepe-paper-nut-cup-white-with-white-ruffle.html

--It’s Sci-Fi Saturday on Toys & Stuff…Today’s toy is a wonderful repo of a Golden Age of Space Toys classic – the Dimestore Dreams Spaceship X-100. Dimestore Dreams debuted at the 2000 Toy Fair and was a subsidiary of Binary Arts a prize winning manufacturer of children's toys, puzzles, and games. Bill Hanlon, noted toy designer, authority and author of the celebrated book "Plastic Toys: Dimestore Dreams of  The 40s & 50s". Their toy line was a masterful reproduction of classic toy cars, trucks, motorcycles, and of course this wonderful spaceship. See more here http://www.toyconnect.blogspot.com/2012/10/dimestore-dreams-20400-spaceship-x-100.html

--We were thrilled when Danika shared her family's Christmas cake recipe with us; see below

 

PHOTOS FROM TODAY'S 2012 CCNS FALL TAG & BAKE SALE

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Well another successful Tag & Bake Sale has come and gone at Croton Community Nursery School--the weather was perfect, there were lots of bargains for families trying to stretch a dollar, and some wonderful collectibles and white elephant items too for "the rest of us".  (The truth is you just never what you'll find at a CCNS Tag Sale--and that's part of its charm!) Click on the photos from today's event; you may also have an interest in seeing some shots from this year's Mayfair - click on the link  http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2012/05/photos-from-2012-mayfair.html

AND CLICK HERE FOR a blast from CCNS past, circa 1953. 

 

SHOPRITE & SCRUNCHY THE BEAR RAISE FUNDS FOR BREAST CANCER RESEARCH

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As you may know, October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  And today at Shoprite, Scrunchy the Bear was there with Shoprite staff selling raffle tickets to raise money for this important research. (Click on the photo).

Shoprite's community involvement is second to none (they were contributors to the 2012 Croton Fire Fair as well).

Just another reason why we should all support our local businesses.

You may also have an interest in: http://www.everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2012/10/photos-from-2012-croton-fire-fair.html 

AND FYI - on 10/21, BACKSTAGE SALON in the Shoprite Shopping Center, is having a fundraiser with all proceeds to go to the Breast Cancer Foundation. Hair cut, make-up, eyebrow waxing, etc. 862-4642.

MORE EVERYTHING CROTON'S FABULOUS VINTAGE WEBSITES, FINDS, ETC.

When we were sent this 1960's ad for the Columbia Record Club, we had to smile; you see, we had parents who were members! Click on the photos at the end and prepare to step back in musical time. These covers will really have you humming.

We're sure our railroad modelers know all this stuff already but we had to share anyway—great for putzers too

How to make miniature trees https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DoZY5X-EflM&feature=g-vrec

(Love the idea of snipping up sisal twine for texture)

And Interesting new book https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gTrlLHo8Hwk&feature=related

Making “flock” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_Cg_K4LMh4&feature=related

Making hedges – love the jig this guy made https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8PCUS8rBRG8&feature=related

Some festive holiday decor ideas http://www.realsimple.com/holidays-entertaining/holidays/christmas/holiday-decor-00100000070641/index.html#1

Life is a party—glitter houses—some based on Lamey’s designs http://www.lifeisaparty.ca/2010/christmas-glitter-houses/

Two pages of putz—and putz stuff—from Ruby Lane http://search.rubylane.com/search?db=&ss=putz&sb=Go

Marx Mechanical Toys Catalog, 1930, continues, here pages 7-12 http://www.toyconnect.blogspot.com/2012/10/marx-1930-mechanical-toys-catalog-pgs-7.html  And pages 1-6 http://www.toyconnect.blogspot.com/2012/10/marx-1930-mechanical-toys-catalog-pgs-1.html

 

MORE EVERYTHING CROTON'S FABULOUS VINTAGE WEBSITES, FINDS, ETC.

When we spotted the 1967 Vaseline Hair Tonic Ad at the end of this posting, we just had to smile a little. You'll see why. Click on the photos. Quintessentially 60's all the way.

Sears Christmas Card 1943 http://archive.org/stream/Sears_Christmas_Card_/IA_Sears_Christmas_Card_#page/n0/mode/2up 

1957 Shopping can be fun! http://archive.org/details/Shopping1957 

Cranberry Pecan muffins—we made these over the weekend—and had to share the recipe http://sweetpaprika.wordpress.com/2010/09/18/cranberry-pecan-pumpkin-muffins/ 

Lighted bead garlands, battery operated—comes in assorted colors; a friend of ours got the gold and she is very happy http://www.hsn.com/home-decor/winter-lane-set-of-2-battery-operated-8-lighted-beaded-garlands_p-1762107_xp.aspx#B 

Alden’s Christmas Catalog 1953 http://www.flickr.com/photos/cemetarian/sets/72157623507338986/with/4387849358/

CHRIS LETTS FOR THE CROTON YACHT CLUB

The following letter appeared in a recent edition of THE GAZETTE. It is from Chris Letts and talks about only some of the contributions of the Croton Yacht Club.

I've known Chris for many years; we've waged similar battles with governmental bodies that at best give lip service to the environment, historical preservation, and other important and related issues. His letter is worth reading; please take the time to do so. Maria 

To the Editor:

On September 6 I had the pleasure and satisfaction of presenting a Hudson River Program at the Croton Yacht Club’s annual Hudson River Day (Editor's note: click on the photo). I was there last year, too, and came away impressed both times. The club members work hard for weeks to prepare the site and arrange for programs from many organizations that pertain to the Hudson. Then they work hard for weeks more to put everything away, all for one gala day of welcoming the public to share the waterfront.

The food is good, the spirit bright, and despite savage line squalls late in the afternoon the hundreds who came seemed to have a wonderful time. My special joy came from the pleasure we gave to families, many with young children with wide eyes.

I have been a river teacher for more than four decades and have presented waterfront programs in dozens of towns from Troy to the Battery. What happens here on this special day is unique on the Hudson Estuary: A Community Center cum Waterfront Park with a warm welcome for all. Be proud Croton!

Sincerely,

Christopher Letts

You may also have an interest in

--THE YACHT CLUB RESPONDS TO BRUCE KAUDERER...AGAIN http://www.everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2012/10/101112-croton-yacht-responds-to-mr.html

--RIVER DAY 2012 AT THE CROTON YACHT CLUB PHOTOS, CROTON YACHT CLUB HUDSON RIVER DAY Parts 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5 of River Day at the Croton Yacht Club here:  Chris Letts http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2012/09/photos-from-river-day-2012-croton-yacht.html and The Croton Historical Society, Osborn Boatworks, here: http://www.everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2012/09/photos-from-river-day-2012-croton-yacht_8.html and Local Art: Steffens, Ruthey's and Patterson http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2012/09/photos-from-river-day-2012-croton-yacht_9.html and RIVER DOG WINNER 2012, PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRIGID FARANDA http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2012/09/photos-from-river-day-2012-croton-yacht_788.html and Community Boatworks http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2012/09/photos-from-river-day-2012-croton-yacht_10.html

2012 DAFFODIL PLANTING ANOTHER GREAT COMMUNITY-BUILDING EVENT

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The weather turned out to be just right for the 2012 Daffodil Planning/911 Remembrance at the Duck Pond. Jan Johnson of the CCAC tells us that people of all ages signed up to join in the fun and that it was a great way to enjoy a glorious October morning. Pictured: Croton resident, Virginia Juliano, 85 years strong.  Photo, all rights reserved CCAC

PHOTOS, 2012 CROTON FIRE FAIR

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Well another Croton Fire Fair has come and gone; the weather was beautiful, good fellowship was in abundance, and everyone had a great time--in addition to learning about how to keep safe in the event of a fire, volunteer opportunities, children's events and more. Here are just a few photos from this great community-building Sunday--and a reminder why we love our small-town, BIG-hearted village. Click on the photos. And to learn more about the Croton Volunteer Fire Department, visit their facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/CrotonFire