Community Corner

'Keys to Safe Driving' in Yorktown; 8th Candle on Menorah Lighting

"Keys to Safe Driving"

Westchester County Executive Robert P. Astorino has announced that “Keys to Safe Driving” – a series of free programs sponsored by the county’s Department of Senior Programs and Services (DSPS) – will take place during Older Driver Safety Week. A session will be held on Monday, Dec. 2 from 11 a.m. to noon at the Yorktown Senior Center, 1974 Commerce Street in Yorktown.

Free Medicare Counseling at the Shrub Oak

Whether you're about to enroll in Medicare or are a current Medicare recipient, you can get help with your benefits and coverage questions at the Senior Benefits Information Center Tuesdays year-round (except holidays) at the John C. Hart Memorial Library. No appointment necessary. More details here.

Jefferson Valley Mall Menorah Lighting

Bring the family to celebrate the last night of Chanukah as First Hebrew lights the 8th candle on the menorah in the Jefferson Valley Mall, 650 Lee Blvd., Yorktown Heights, on Wednesday, Dec. 4 at 7 p.m. Receive free gelt, candles and travel size menorahs while supplies last. For more details, visit www.firsthebrew.org.

Beit Tefilah Yisraeli Concert in Somers

Come join the joy of the musicians and singers of Beit Tefila Yisraeli right here in Westchester. Beit Tefilah is an Israeli "secular" (which means not affiliated with any movement) congregation will perform at the Hebrew Congregation of Somers on Thursday, Dec. 5 at 7 p.m. More details here.

Lakeland Board of Education Meeting

The Board of Education will hold its regular business meeting on Thursday, Dec. 5 at 7:30 p.m. in the Van Cortlandtville Elementary School, 3100 E. Main Street, Mohegan Lake. The meeting is open to the public and there are two opportunities for public comment.

Somers Work Session

Somers town board members will meet on Thursday, Dec. 5 at 7:30 p.m. at Town Hall.


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