<p class="ql-align-center"><br></p><p><strong>Westchester Parks Foundation</strong>, the only organization dedicated exclusively to promoting and supporting Westchester County Parks, will host the inaugural&nbsp;<strong><em>Westchester Santa Fun Run &amp; Walk</em></strong>&nbsp;on Wednesday, December 4th&nbsp;from 6-8pm at Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla. The non-competitive run/walk will take place along the 1.2 mile <strong>Westchester’s Winter Wonderland Holiday Drive Thru Light Extravaganza</strong>, providing the ultimate backdrop of thousands of magical lights and majestic vignettes.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>While Westchester’s Winter Wonderland has been a drive-thru since 2020, this event will offer the public an exciting, one-night opportunity to take in the magic and lights as a walk-through experience. Tickets to the event are $50 for adults, $20 per child and includes a free Santa Hat with registration. Proceeds from this event benefit WPF and allow the organization to invest in, advocate for and enhance the over 50 parks of the Westchester County Parks system.&nbsp;</p><p>Special activities will be available for children at the end of the course including face painting, arts and crafts and a holiday dance party. Participants are encouraged to dress up as their favorite holiday character for a costume contest with festive prizes. Food and drink will also be available for purchase.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Tickets and parking are limited, so act fast!&nbsp;</p><p>To register for the Westchester Santa Fun Run &amp; Walk, click&nbsp;<a href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.gqh-2BaxUzlo7XKIuSly0rC5R-2BWpaXEhRsFlX-2Fg0JNsUwlarS5G-2F-2BBHwxQw-2FmEYkPQ9yTQ-2FFPBEngWDqfDU-2F0JvyM-2B2P2KQhkVhE4y4S0VnNA-3DDHTJ_Ij1XgsWtWeAdz0mTEGIcEh6byeAwrCr1n-2Fdtm09E61q1gufQgi3uo3sO5-2BIoQsNjgf4iqXmt9uazDd1G1KzkN-2BFfEEtDmQ9DtcHiVLUzLek68fgmSKfHNYnfAO1s1l4dQJowtZCwcZ09aWMvjW8EMaodA89oiCx8nLEpmwFVhI4BoOa5bG52BI-2FifPBGK8LLPuwEDcYvw4BLHvAA9nkUMlZjbk8A5CtpmaOZI86zDB9QJlYTDnHa-2BipBrGY-2FIqwF9ewlrmAUcLnV9CR-2F1VOUQ0cSFFA7Y3G4h-2BP2G-2FQcgmF87tlXbpZuCxae-2FUAq6SlNK-2B-2F9xMRaV9niV5tYiJ-2BuSw-3D-3D" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 255);"><u>&nbsp;HERE</u></a>&nbsp;</p><p>For more information on Westchester’s Winter Wonderland, click&nbsp;<a href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.gqh-2BaxUzlo7XKIuSly0rCxAMVfyUS4Ux-2F2ZuKUeAIQAd8vGeUZ7ymHF60JeXHkv7bsW__Ij1XgsWtWeAdz0mTEGIcEh6byeAwrCr1n-2Fdtm09E61q1gufQgi3uo3sO5-2BIoQsNjgf4iqXmt9uazDd1G1KzkN-2BFfEEtDmQ9DtcHiVLUzLek68fgmSKfHNYnfAO1s1l4dQJowtZCwcZ09aWMvjW8EMaodA89oiCx8nLEpmwFVhI4BoOa5bG52BI-2FifPBGK8LLpHopjmdp6kGK7w64E8w-2BNu-2Fz0Cs8LEPuLJCIvvhhkwtfVJ9G6UJlX9D-2BbgdXU8bjwudVqq2VTAYrXLKIEtXfS3Tv59thBQ86aHyF8oYow2iXCuZ-2FbORPAbLdpHT3L511b9wuFco2H3biLPqb414YyA-3D-3D" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 255);"><u>HERE</u></a></p>

<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;">Recently nominated for&nbsp;</span><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;"><em>Best Jazz Club of the Hudson Valley</em></strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;">,&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.unclecheef.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;">Uncle Cheef</a><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;">&nbsp;and live music promoters,&nbsp;</span><a href="https://hearitthere.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;">HearItThere.com</a><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;">&nbsp;are honored to introduce Rock/Americana songwriter,&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.alexcanomusic.com/video" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent;">Alex Cano</a><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;">&nbsp;on Thursday, September 26, 2024.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;">Performing as a trio, Cano along with Jason Robins on upright bass and Kevin Myers</span><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">&nbsp;</strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">mandolin and steel guitar</span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;">&nbsp;will deliver two sets of raw, high energy music at 7:30 PM &amp; 9:00 PM.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;">Hear It There Founder, and live music enthusiast, Elisa Zuckerberg is continually on the lookout for new music.&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Alex is a rock star! I’ve been following his music career for many years and always felt that he’s a rare talent, both as a songwriter and musician. I’m thrilled to provide Alex the opportunity to perform in this beautiful venue, introduce himself to a new audience and also for his loyal fans.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;">The music, food and service at Uncle Cheef are all top notch. Advance reservations via the&nbsp;</span><a href="https://unclecheef.turntabletickets.com/shows/4207/?date=2024-09-26" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent;">online Turntable System</a><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;">&nbsp;are encouraged, as they are instrumental when preparing&nbsp;for the evening’s success and your enjoyment. If you’ve never used Turntable, there will be a one-time set up process which automates the check out procedure for settling your bill.Navigation settings for Uncle Cheef are, 988 NY-22, Unit C, Brewster, NY 10509. Located 56 miles north of New York City in the Village of Brewster, the lounge is Hudson Valley’s number one home to exciting live music curated by Tonight Show musician and five-time Grammy award winning saxophonist,&nbsp;</span><a href="https://ianhendricksonsmith.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;">Ian Hendrickson-Smith</a><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;">&nbsp;(aka Uncle Cheef.)</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;">Hear It There promotes original songwriters at Uncle Cheef and is a web-based resource. Offering an accompanying weekly newsletter, HiT reaches over 2,800 subscribers. The platform is FREE of charge. Musicians and live music venues are welcome to upload graphics, text and links to seamlessly promote their upcoming live music events! For additional information contact (914) 236-4572 or send an email to&nbsp;</span><a href="https://mailto:info@hearitthere.com./" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;">info@hearitthere.com.</a></p>

<p>We are excited to announce that our annual Carnival &amp; Parade is back again this year! We will be open on four consecutive evenings:</p><ul><li>Wednesday, August 7th, 6:00pm - 10:00pm</li></ul><p>*Parade kicks off at 7:00pm</p><ul><li>Thursday, August 8th, 6:00pm - 10:00pm</li><li>Friday, August 9th, 6:00pm - 10:00pm</li><li>Saturday, August 10th, 5:00pm - 10:00pm</li></ul><p>Rides • Games • Food • Prizes</p><p>$35 wristbands per person for unlimited rides on the night purchased will be sold each night.</p><p>Raffle Drawing: Saturday, August 10th approximately 10:00pm as the Carnival closes.</p><ul><li>1st prize - $1500</li><li>2nd prize - $1000</li><li>3rd prize - $500</li></ul><p>Raffle tickets are $5 suggested donation</p><p>We are looking forward to continuing our long standing tradition to the community and hope to see you there!</p><p>Learn more <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/873667954600665?ref=newsfeed" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>

<p>The United Way of Westchester and Putnam (United Way) is proud to announce the distribution of grants totaling $500,000 to 44 deserving nonprofit organizations across the region. This significant investment in our community demonstrates United Way's commitment to fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and resilient Westchester and Putnam. Notably, six of the awarded organizations are receiving funding from United Way for the first time.</p><p>The funds were made available through United Way’s Community Impact Fund, the Emergency Food and Shelter Program, and a partnership with PepsiCo. The grant processes were highly competitive, with United Way receiving over 200 proposals across the opportunities. The selected recipients represent a range of nonprofits, each with a unique mission and vision, yet all are committed to improving the lives of individuals and families who are ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) in our community.</p><p>United Way of Westchester and Putnam is deeply committed to creating lasting change in our community. Through strategic investments in local nonprofits, United Way is helping to build a stronger, more inclusive Westchester and Putnam.</p><p>The 2024 recipient organizations are:</p><ul><li>914 United</li><li>914 Cares</li><li>All Access Yonkers</li><li>Boys &amp; Girls Club of New Rochelle</li><li>Caring for the Hungry &amp; Homeless of Peekskill (CHHOP)</li><li>Catholic Charities</li><li>Cluster, Inc. Community Services</li><li>Community Center of Northern Westchester</li><li>Community Food Pantry of Sleepy Hollow and Tarrytown</li><li>Family Services Society of Yonkers</li><li>Feeding Westchester</li><li>Food Bank of the Hudson Valley</li><li>G.O.O.D. for Girls, Inc</li><li>Greyston Foundation</li><li>Hearts and Homes for Refugees</li><li>Human Development Services of Westchester</li><li>Kingdom Neighborhood Development Corp.</li><li>Latino U College Access</li><li>Lifting Up Westchester</li><li>Mount Kisco Interfaith Food Pantry</li><li>Mount Vernon United Tenants, Inc.</li><li>Open Door Foundation</li><li>Pace Women’s Justice Center</li><li>Port Chester Carver Center</li><li>Pro Bono Partnership</li><li>Sister to Sister International</li><li>St. Christopher’s Inn of Graymoor</li><li>The Bridge Fund of New York, Inc.</li><li>The Ossining Micro Fund</li><li>The STEM Alliance</li><li>Trinity United Methodist Church</li><li>United Community Center of Westchester</li><li>Upon this Rock Ministries, Inc.</li><li>Westchester Community Opportunity Program</li><li>Westchester Jewish Community Services</li><li>Westchester Library System</li><li>Westchester Community Health Center</li><li>Westchester Residential Opportunities</li><li>Westhab</li><li>Women’s Enterprise Development Center</li><li>YMCA Tarrytown</li><li>Yonkers Partners in Education</li><li>Yonkers Public Library</li><li>Youth Shelter Program of Westchester</li></ul>

<p><strong>Registration for KVIS K5K is LIVE!</strong></p><p>Get ready for the Katonah Road Races, taking place on Saturday, September 7, 2024. Registration for the KVIS K5K is now open, and the first 100 registrants will receive a free t-shirt! This is a fantastic opportunity to support local businesses and engage with the community.</p><p>Secure your spot and join us for a fun and exciting race day. To register, <a href="https://runscore.runsignup.com/Race/NY/Katonah/Katonah5K" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">click here</a>.</p><p>We look forward to seeing you on race day!</p>

<p>The South Salem Fire Department is thrilled to announce the return of our annual Carnival &amp; Parade, a beloved tradition that brings together the community for fun and festivities. This year, the event will take place over four consecutive evenings, offering rides, games, food, and prizes for all ages.</p><p><strong>Event Details:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Location:</strong> South Salem Fire Department</li><li><strong>Dates:</strong></li><li class="ql-indent-1">Wednesday, August 7, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Thursday, August 8, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Friday, August 9, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Saturday, August 10, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM</li></ul><p><strong>Parade:</strong> The festivities kick off with a parade on Wednesday, August 7, at 7:00 PM. The parade route runs from Spring Street along Route 35 to the Firehouse.</p><p><strong>Attractions:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Rides</strong></li><li><strong>Games</strong></li><li><strong>Food</strong></li><li><strong>Prizes</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Wristbands:</strong> $35 per person for unlimited rides on the night purchased. Wristbands will be sold each night.</p><p><strong>Raffle Drawing:</strong> The raffle drawing will take place on Saturday, August 10, at approximately 10:00 PM as the carnival closes. Prizes include:</p><ul><li><strong>1st Prize:</strong> $1,500</li><li><strong>2nd Prize:</strong> $1,000</li><li><strong>3rd Prize:</strong> $500</li></ul><p>Raffle tickets are available for a suggested donation of $5 per ticket.</p><p>For more information, please contact the South Salem Fire Department at (914) 763-3706.</p><p>We look forward to continuing this long-standing tradition and hope to see you there for an unforgettable community celebration!</p>