Community Corner

Tentative Budget Review Today, Somers Library Events, Sandy Kids Toy Drive

Here are five things you need to know today, Nov. 20.

1. Yorktown Tentative Budget Review Today

The Yorktown town board meeting will begin its regularly scheduled meeting on Nov. 20 at 5 p.m. Board members will begin the meeting with a review of the supervisor’s (the tentative) budget. 

2. Somers Library Events

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There are a number of events scheduled at the Somers Library today, Nov. 20. 

Babytime – 10:30 a.m. Stories, songs and fingerplays for babies ages 6 months to 2 years, with caregivers. No registration necessary. This program is limited to Somers residents.

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Preschool Story Time and Craft – 1 p.m. Stories, songs, and a simple craft for 4 and 5 year olds. Registration is required. This program is for Somers residents.

1st Grade Book Club – 3:30 p.m. Read a picture book together and do a craft or play a game. Just for 1st graders. Limited to Somers residents.

Middle School Book Club – 3:30 p.m. Read and dicuss books, play games, and hangout. This club is always open to new members throughout the school year.

3. Patch's Deck the House Contest

We’re launching our annual Deck the House Contest to find the most over-the-top holiday decorations in America—the best “decked” house in the country. Our contest is right around the corner, so now’s the time to get your holiday decorations out of the attic and “deck” your house.

4. Rescuestuff Hosts Sandy Kids Toy Drive

Rescuestuff, Inc., located at 962 Washington St. in Peekskill, is holding a toy drive Tuesday for children affected by Hurricane Sandy. People are asked to donate new, unused toys which can be dropped off at the store between the hours of 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, and the hours of 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Saturday.

5. 'Westchester Stands with Israel - A Night of Solidarity' Event

Temple Israel Center is inviting the community to gather in White Plains today from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. for a night of solidarity with Israel. The program will feature presentations by elected officials including Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino, high level experts on Israel including David Harris, Executive Director of the American Jewish Committee, representatives from the Israel consulate and more speakers to be confirmed. The event is free and open to the community.

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