SOUTH SALEM, N.Y. - Veterans, active duty military personnel and first responders can enjoy free car washes this week.
Free Car Washes
In honor of Veterans Day, Speeders Car Wash at 527 N. Bedford Road in Bedford is offering free car washes to all veterans, active duty military personnel and first responders from Nov. 9-11 during operating hours. Military or first responder ID required.
Handmade Craft Sale
The Lewisboro Seniors are hosting their first annual Handmade Craft Sale on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the South Salem Presbyterian Church at 111 Spring Street in South Salem.
Seniors have been working hard all year, and there will be many unusual items and tables where children can make their own crafts! Cash and checks only. Please support our seniors and have some fun while doing so!
The Gallery at Yellow Studio
Life Still
"Life Still" is a group exhibition featuring Noa Charuvi, Allison Green, Marie McNicholas, Lily Morgan, Sophie Reisz, and Lindsey Cherek Waller, on view through Nov. 29. Bringing together painting, sculpture, and installation, the exhibition approaches objects and interiors, some of art history's most enduring subject matter, from a distinctly contemporary viewpoint, nodding to the traditional format while asking what we notice and what we value. Join us for an opening reception on Sunday, Nov. 1, from 4 to 6 p.m.
Westchester Book Festival Returns Nov. 7
Following the great success of its inaugural festival, the Westchester Book Festival will return on Saturday, Nov. 7, bringing an expanded roster of acclaimed authors, twice as many venues, and double the number of literary sessions. The festival was founded to celebrate books, literacy, and the power of storytelling by connecting readers with some of today's most compelling authors.
Building on the momentum of last year's sold-out event, the 2026 festival will feature award-winning novelists, journalists, historians, and cultural commentators in conversations spanning fiction, memoir, politics, history, and current affairs.
For tickets, sponsorship opportunities, and the latest schedule information, visit www.westchesterbookfest.org.
Lewisboro Parks & Recreation
Bark in the Park
To be held from 12 to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 14 at Lewisboro Town Park. The recreation department is looking for local rescues with adoptable, fosterable dogs needing homes, dog-related vendors, and vendors who just love dogs! To sign up, email Katie at recreation2@lewisborony.gov
Unsung Heroes of Human Rights Event
For their 4th annual celebration of the International Day of Tolerance, the Hudson Valley Human Rights and Holocaust Commission is sponsoring an event open to all middle and high school students in the area.
History is replete with examples of people who, at great personal risk or sacrifice, took steps to advance the human rights of those in need. Some historic tales, such as those of Harriet Tubman and Oskar Schindler, are well known. Yet, others like the work of Pakistani Nobel Laureate Malala Yousafzai have received less popular acclaim. Thee HVHR&HC is sponsoring an opportunity for local students to shine a light on some of our lesser known heroes of human rights, asking students to discover, research and educate our community about the unsung heroes.
Students are encouraged to introduce an "Unsung Hero of Human Rights" by preparing a work of art, written essay, poem, song, dance, video, or any form of artistic expression by submitting their work to the Commission by Nov. 10. The top 3 students will present their 'Unsung Hero' to the community by showcasing and explaining their work at an event celebrating the International Day of Tolerance at the Hammond Museum on Nov. 18, at 7 p.m. For submissions or questions, please contact Susan Baum Moyer at hvhrhc@icloud.com.
Katonah Village Library
Extended Hours
The Katonah Village Library has officially announced an expansion of its operating hours, adding five additional evening hours per week to offer greater access to its collections, facility, and community programming. The extended schedule increases evening availability on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. The new weekly hours of operation are as follows: Monday (10 a.m. to 6 p.m.), Tuesday (10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Extended - children’s room closes at 6 p.m.), Wednesday (10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Extended - children’s room closes at 6 p.m.), Thursday (10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Extended - children’s room closes at 6 p.m.), Friday (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.), Saturday (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.), Sunday (12 to 5 p.m.).
This strategic expansion is funded through the community-approved budget initiative, designed to address a critical need for working professionals, students, and busy families who require access to library resources after standard business hours. Approved as part of the 2027 budget, the five expanded hours officially launched in September.
Lewisboro Library
Please register for all programs on lewisborolibrary.org
Afternoon Writers Group
Are you an aspiring writer who would like to get feedback on your work? The Afternoon Writers Group meets from 2 to 4 p.m. every Thursday, to discuss their work and share feedback with others. There is no formal instruction, just a gathering of writers sharing their work. If you are interested in joining, please email the Library at info@lewisborolibrary.org.
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