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From holiday shopping and live performances to Thanksgiving food drives and community cleanups, Yorktown has plenty of events and activities on tap in the coming weeks. Here's a look at what's happening around town. more
Some Yorktown residents may know Jo-Ann Sillik as a familiar face at town board meetings or as an active member of Jefferson Village. But another side of Sillik can be found at the piano, where a lifelong love of music has carried her from childhood performances to decades of teaching and volunteering. more
Friends of Shrub Oak Rink announced a major step forward today in the multi-season revitalization of the outdoor recreational rink at Shrub Oak Memorial Park. With official project support from the Town of Yorktown, the community organization has... more
Yorktown residents gathered Sunday, Nov. 8, for the town's annual Veterans Day parade, honoring the men and women who have served in the U.S. armed forces. more
Jefferson Village seniors got into the Halloween spirit Saturday night, Oct. 31, with a festive party celebrating the spooky season. Residents gathered for an evening of fun, costumes and Halloween cheer. more
Experience the magic of the wizarding world, connect with the local community, honor veterans and give back through these upcoming Yorktown events. more
Lynn Briggs, Armand Grasso, Anthony E. Guiliano and Brian Sillik are among 61 seniors from 29 municipalities and hamlets being honored for their professional achievements, volunteer work and efforts to improve quality of life in Westchester. more
Thousands of runners will take to the streets of New York City on Nov. 1 for the annual New York City Marathon, including runners from Yorktown and the surrounding communities. more
Musicians and history educators Carla Lynne Hall and Jim Keyes will explore that question in “A New Nation: Music of Victory & Freedom,” the fourth and final concert in the Town of Yorktown Heritage Preservation Commission’s four-part Yorktown 250th commemoration concert series. The free performance will take place Saturday, Nov. 14, at 7 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church of Yorktown, 2880 Crompond Road, Yorktown Heights. more
Three new electric-vehicle charging stations, capable of charging six cars, are now operational at the John C. Hart Memorial Library. more
Yorktown United Methodist Church celebrated its 150th anniversary in October, marking a milestone for the congregation, which has served the community for generations through faith, fellowship and community service. more
Nicholas Witkowich, a 17-year-old Lakeland High School student, has achieved the rank of chief petty officer in the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps, marking a milestone in his leadership development. more
From circus performances and repair workshops to Halloween festivities and community events, here are some upcoming happenings in and around Yorktown. more
His retirement this month will close a 35-year chapter at Calvary Bible Church, where he has watched a small congregation grow, change and rebuild; celebrated weddings; buried members of the church; and stood beside families through illness, loss and tragedy. more
On Oct. 14, Assemblyman Matt Slater, who nominated the business, presented an Assembly proclamation recognizing Yorktown Tire Auto Care’s more than 55 years in business and its inclusion in New York state’s Historic Business Preservation Registry. The shop is the fourth Yorktown business to receive the designation. more
The Yorktown Lions hosted their annual Halloween Parade and Carnival on Oct. 17, bringing local families together for an afternoon of creative costumes, festive activities and Halloween fun. more
From a field hockey fundraiser and Halloween festivities to a community tag sale and educational programs, Yorktown has plenty happening this week. Here are some local events and activities to mark on your calendar. more
Fall fun was in full swing at the Jefferson Valley Mall as hundreds of people turned out for the Hudson Valley Gateway Chamber Fall Festival and Car Show Oct. 11, enjoying local vendors, classic cars, family activities and plenty of community spirit. more
GiGi’s Playhouse Westchester provides programming and support for individuals with Down syndrome and their families. For Annamaria “Anna” Mandara and her daughter, Gianna, the organization has become a regular part of their lives. more
Several community events and services are coming up in Yorktown, including a nursery school tag sale, holiday schedule changes, recycling and shredding drop-off days, and charity sporting events honoring local causes. more
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