The Tarrytown Link is issued the Friday after the regular Board of Trustees meeting, twice per month. We welcome community groups to contribute information about events and activities of interest to Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow residents. See more on how to submit information below. Please share this sign-up form with any friends or neighbors who may be interested in receiving regular Village updates.
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Photo courtesy of Sunny McLean
Tarrytown-Sleepy Hollow Public Media Center
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Arbor Day 2023: The Village planted a Black Gum, also known as a Black Tupelo tree (Nyssa sylvatica) in Patriots Park on Friday, April 28 in honor of Arbor Day. Tree Commission Chair Martin Hauser was joined by Mayor Brown, Assembly Member MaryJane Shimsky, Village Staff, arborist Red Tsao, musician Bill Kelly, and students and teachers from the John Paulding School to celebrate the occasion. | |
Volunteers honored: This week the Hackley Lake Keepers were given a Certificate of Appreciation by the Mayor and Deputy Mayor for the work they do hauling trash and litter from around the Lakes. Dean Gallea and Rachel Tieger, Co-Chairs of the Tarrytown Environmental Advisory Council were given the Going Green Award at the annual Volunteer New York Spirit Awards. Thank you to all of the volunteers who give of their time, energy and spirit to make the Village of Tarrytown a wonderful place to live. | | |
Lt. Chris Cole ran in the annual Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run on behalf of the Tarrytown Police Department. The annual event aims to raise awareness and funds on behalf of the Special Olympics movement. | |
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Board of Trustees in Brief | |
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Report from Board of Trustees Meeting on 5.1.23
ICYMI, you can watch Village Board meetings online.
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The Community Wardrobe: The founding members and directors of the Community Wardrobe, a program of the Horsemen PTA, presented to the Board of Trustees about the good work they have been doing to provide clothing and supplies for families in need in the Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow communities. Their presentation can be found on the Village website. The Community Wardrobe provides appointments for families in need, offering a shopping experience for items donated by the community with an emphasis on dignity for the program's clientele. Having just moved into a new permanent location at 222 N. Washington Street in Sleepy Hollow, the program is in need of funding for the first time since it was founded three years ago. They are conducting a fundraising campaign to help cover rent and utilities, and would appreciate any support the community is willing to offer. Information about how to donate can be found on their website.
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Open Streets Tarrytown: The Village is launching a new series of downtown events in the warm weather months to replace the weekly outdoor dining events that took place during the pandemic. Once a month, May through September, Main Street will open up to dining, shopping and strolling, and close to vehicular traffic. The events will feature live music, activities for all ages, outdoor dining and themed specials at local merchants. The first events will take place from 10am to 3pm on Mother's Day, Sunday May 14. The remaining events will take place in the evenings from 6pm to 10pm. The Board of Trustees approved the following dates and themes for the Open Streets events:
- June 10 - Pride
- July 15 - Health and Wellness
- August 19 - Local History
- September 23 - Hispanic Heritage
The online event page with additional detail can be found here.
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Metro North Agreement for New Plantings: The Tarrytown Environmental Advisory Council (TEAC) will be working with volunteers and the Department of Public Works to plant the beds and tree wells in front of the Metro North Train Station. The planting project is supported by a very generous donation by James and Oak Fitzgerald, two Tarrytown residents. Many thanks to James and Oak and all of the TEAC volunteers who contribute time and energy to making Tarrytown even more beautiful, particularly this important gateway area for the Village. The agreement with Metro North allows the Village staff and volunteers to install and maintain the plantings on Metro North property. TEAC is looking for volunteers to assist with all of their plantings this season. See below for more information and to sign up.
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Coming up:
At the next Work Session, the Board will discuss the presentation they heard at the last Work Session from the owners of 303 South Broadway about adaptive re-use of the building, as well as the extension of a cooperative agreement between the Village, the Quay and the Thruway Authority to secure a permanent easement that accommodates the Scenic Hudson RiverWalk Extension, among other items. The full agenda for the Work Session can be found here.
The Board of Trustees will be recognizing National Police Week and National Peace Officer Memorial Day at the Board of Trustees meeting on May 15, 2023.
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Main Street to be Milled and Paved Next Week
Con Edison will be restoring Main Street on Monday, May 8 and Tuesday, May 9. The work will be conducted at nighttime between 9pm and 7am. Expect noise, dust and disruption. The entire stretch of Main Street will be restored in two days.
While the paving project is underway, parking will not be permitted on Main Street. Please adhere to all posted parking regulations as vehicles in violation may be subject to towing.
Residents affected by the paving project can park, without charge, in the South Washington Street Lot (#3) and/or the McKeel Avenue Lot (#5). Kindly avoid travel in the vicinity of the construction zone.
We appreciate your cooperation and patience and apologize for any inconvenience. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Village of Tarrytown Department of Public Works at: Office Phone: (914) 631-0356
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Con Edison Updates
Gas Main Work:
The Franklin Street gas main replacement work is complete. For the next two weeks, Con Ed will be completing service connections to individual households along Frankin Street.
On Monday, May 8, gas main replacement work will begin on Neperan Road and continue through that area over the next three months. The streets included in the next phase are the following:
- Neperan Road
- Rosehill Avenue
- Grove Street
- Altamont Avenue
- Union Avenue off of Rosehill
Work in the above area is anticipated to last for the next three months.
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Pierson Park Playground and Splash Pad Temporarily Closed for Repair
The Pierson Park Playground and Splash Pad are getting new floor padding put in ahead of the summer season. The current material will be removed on Friday, May 5 and Saturday, May 6. The new material will be installed over the course of the next three weeks. We anticipate that the playground and splashpad will re-open by Friday, May 26. While the removal and installation are underway, the playground and splash pad will be closed to the public. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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Make your Reservations!
Come dine out on Main Street on Mother's Day! The Village is launching a season of Open Streets Tarrytown events by opening up Main Street to diners, shoppers and strollers on Sunday, May 14, 10am to 3pm. Main Street will be closed to vehicular traffic beginning at 9am. The event will include a "portrait station" to take photos with family or friends, a henna artist, hang-a-note for mom tree, kid's corner, a fashion show from Shaylula Jewelry and Gifts and other activities. Live music will be performed by Claire Maloney and Christine Chanel. This is the first of a series of warm weather themed events the Village will be hosting. Check out the event webpage for more information.
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Volunteers Needed for TEAC Plantings
Message from Mai Mai, TEAC Landscape Committee:
We are excited to announce that Tarrytown will install four new pollinator gardens this spring as well as adding plantings along our central business corridors on Broadway and Main Streets.
This will be a big step forward in expanding our Village’s pollinator pathway to help our threatened pollinators, bees, butterflies and birds, to survive and thrive. We need your help to make this happen.
Please sign up today to help plant and maintain one or more of these gardens. It’s a great way to make a difference in the community, learn about sustainable gardening and connect with great people.
Any amount of time that you can contribute will truly make a difference!
Gracemere Garden Install
Thursday, May 11, 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Gracemere Pollinator Garden will be located at the entrance to the Gracemere estate on South Broadway directly across from Lyndhurst. A 360 sq ft native garden will add natural beauty to this historic landmark location.
SignUp for Gracemere Install Here!
Sarah Michaels Pollinator Garden Install
Friday May 12, 9:30am -11:30am
We are expanding our Sarah Michaels Garden located at 1 River Plaza, 10591 to add 300 sq ft of beautiful pollinator habitat to the existing garden. This garden is enjoyed by residents and visitors walking and driving by busy lower Main St.
SignUp for Sarah Michaels Install Here!
Neperan Park Milkweed Patch Plus Install
Saturday, May 13, 9:30am - 12:30pm
TEAC, Little Gardens of the Tarrytowns and the Parks Dept. are collaborating to install a 1400 sq ft native garden in Neperan Park, 43-61 Neperan Road in
Tarrytown. Neperan Park is a hidden gem, a neighborhood hilltop park with views of the Hudson and existing pollinator gardens planted by Little Gardens over the years.
SignUp for Neperan Park Install Here!
MNR Station Install
Saturday, May 20, 9:30am-12:30pm
Tarrytown’s Metro North Train Station, located at 1 Depot Plaza, is the transportation hub of our Village welcoming residents and visitors alike. The Station will now welcome biodiversity with the planting of a beautiful native perimeter garden and tree well spaces.
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Start Planning Your Neighborhood Float! (Yes, Already.)
Calling all neighborhoods! Save the date October 28th, 2023. It’s never too soon to start planning your Halloween Parade Float for this year’s 21st Annual Village of Tarrytown Halloween Parade! Registration will be opening soon. Special prize for best neighborhood float $500! For additional prizes and more info go to www.tarrytownhalloweenparade.com
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Camp and Pool Registration is Open!
The Tarrytown Recreation Department is once again proud to offer our Tot Camp and Day Camp Programs for the children of the Tarrytown & Sleepy Hollow communities!
Tot Camp serves children who will be entering Pre-K - Kindergarten in September 2023.
Day Camp serves children who will be entering Grades 1-6 in September 2023. For children who are older than 6th Grade, please contact the Sleepy Hollow Recreation & Parks Department to inquire about Teen Travel Camp.
Camps are scheduled to begin on Monday, July 3rd, 2023 and continue through Friday, August 11th, 2023 (no camp on July 4th).
Find Camp Frequently Asked Questions here and information about 2023 rates and other information here.
Find Pool registration and information about the 2023 season here.
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Teen Travel Camp Information
Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow collaborate on summer camps. The Day and Tot Camps are operated by the Tarrytown Recreation Department. The Teen Travel Camp is operated by the Sleepy Hollow Recreation Department. Teen Travel Camp Registration is open. Some information about the camp from Sleepy Hollow:
The Teen Travel Camp Program for boys and girls entering grades 7th, 8th and 9th in the fall (current 6th, 7th & 8th graders)
Two sessions available:
Session #1: July 10th-July 21st
Schedule: The Castle, Dave & Busters, Movies, Boundless Adventures, O’Hara Nature Center, Grand Prix, Dorney Park, Splashdown, NY Boulders, NY Mets. A swim day at Tarrytown’s municipal pool. Sports Day final Friday.
Session #2: July 24th-August 4th
Schedule: Lake Compounce, Playland, Shamrock Charter Boat fishing, bike riding, Sportime USA, bowling,
Great Adventure, Xtreme Play arcade. A swim day at Tarrytown’s municipal pool. Sports Day Fridays.
(Please note these trips are subject to change. Exact dates will be provided by the end of May).
Fees:
$510.00 per 2-week session.
$985.00 for all four weeks.
$320.00 for your choice of 1 week.
Contact Sleepy Hollow Recreation at 366-5109 for more details and registration info.
¡¡¡Está de vuelta!!! Programa de viajes para adolescentes para niños y niñas que ingresan a los grados 7, 8 y 9 en el otoño (estudiantes actuales de 6, 7 y
Dos sesiones disponibles:
Sesión #1: 10 de julio-21 de julio
Horario: The Castle, Dave & Busters, Movies, Boundless Adventures, O'Hara Nature Center, Grand Prix, Dorney Park, Splashdown, NY Boulders, NY Mets. Un día de baño en la piscina municipal de Tarrytown. Último viernes del Día del Deporte.
Sesión #2: 24 de julio-4 de agosto
Horario: Lake Compounce, Playland, Shamrock Charter Boat pesca, paseos en bicicleta, Sportime USA, bolos,
Gran aventura, arcade Xtreme Play. Un día de baño en la piscina municipal de Tarrytown. Viernes de jornada deportiva.
(Tenga en cuenta que estos viajes están sujetos a cambios. Las fechas exactas se proporcionarán a fines de mayo).
Honorarios:
$510.00 por sesión de 2 semanas.
$985.00 por las cuatro semanas.
$320.00 por su elección de 1 semana.
Comuníquese con Sleepy Hollow Recreation al 366-5109 para obtener más detalles e información de registro.
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Parks and Recreation Advisory Council, 5/8, 6:30pm
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Zoning Board of Appeals, 5/8, 7:30pm
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Board of Trustees Work Session, 5/10, 6:00pm,
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Planning Board Work Session 5/11, 8:45am
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Board of Trustees Meeting, 5/15, 7pm
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ARB, 5/17, 7pm
Learn more by visiting the Boards and Committees pages on our website.
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The Village of Tarrytown benefits from engaged, caring, and talented residents who volunteer their time and expertise to help create the community they want to inhabit. There are many opportunities to serve, whether contributing to the vision and development of public spaces, environmental issues, housing affordability, transportation challenges or recreation programs. Find out more about the Village’s many Boards and Committees and fill out a volunteer application by visiting: tarrytownny.gov/volunteer-to-serve
For all those who apply to serve on a Committee, because vacancies may be limited, we would like to include you on a general volunteer list for one-off events that may arise. Please indicate in your application whether you are willing to be contacted if the need arises.
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Internship Available with Friends of the Riverwalk
Friends of Riverwalk (FRW) Horticultural Internship
Summer 2023
Pruning Project Phase II
www.frw-ttown.org
Objective
Phase II pruning project of shrubs at RiverWalk Park in Tarrytown will target shrubs located within planted beds. A 10-week part-time internship will allow prospective horticulture and park enthusiasts and/or professionals to become familiar with Public Horticulture.
Positions
Two part-time positions to form a team.
Hours of work – (10 weeks-May 1 through July 15, skipping July 4 week)
3 hours per day two days per week of field work totaling 6 hours per intern per week for 10 weeks. Mornings 9 A.M. to 12 P.M. weekdays.
Hourly wage
$15 per hour.
Experience
Landscaping, gardening, and/or park maintenance preferred but not required.
An interest in sustainable horticulture, native plants, and the preservation of community parks in Tarrytown a must.
Volunteer trainers and contacts
Pat Jones
pat.jonesra45@gmil.com
Gloria Catinchi
gcatinchi@aol.com
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Tennis and Pickleball at Pierson Park
ADULT WEEKLY SCHEDULE:
TUESDAY
- Co-Ed Adult Clinic — 6.30 to 8pm
THURSDAY
- Co-Ed Adult Clinic — 6.30 to 8pm
- Pickleball Clinic — 6.30 to 7.30pm
SATURDAY
- Co-Ed Adult Clinic — 9 to 10:30am
- Pickleball Clinic — 10.30 to 11.30am
SUNDAY
- Co-Ed Adult Clinic — 8.30 to 10am
FEES:
Regular Tennis Clinic: 1.5 hour - $45
Pickleball Clinic 1 hour - $25
Private lesson: 1 hour - $90
Book private lessons via email: tennis.tarrytown@gmail.com
PAYMENT OPTIONS:
Check made out to Evolution Tennis
Venmo: @Evolution-Tennis-Academy
Zelle: martin.miedzowicz@gmail.com
SIGN UP online on: CourtReserve.com
*** If you do not have a CourtReserve account yet, please go to courtreserve.com, click on create account and search for Tarrytown Recreation Department - Pierson Park Courts.
For assistance and questions, please email us.
Thank you,
Tennis @Tarry Town
Pierson Park - 238 W Main St, Tarrytown, NY 10591
There is a 24-hour cancellation policy for all clinics and lessons. Any cancellations made within 24 hours of the scheduled time, the full rate will be charged or payment is required.
- All clinics must have at least three participants to take place.
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Do you have a Community Event to include in the Tarrytown Link?
The Tarrytown Link is released the Friday after the Regular Board of Trustees meeting, twice per month. All info must be submitted by noon on the Wednesday prior to the Tarrytown Link's release. Submissions included in this listing are intended solely to inform of events and info of general interest to subscribers in Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow. No events that are religious or political in nature will be posted. The Village of Tarrytown does not necessarily endorse, support or take any position with regard to organizations or entities whose events and/or activities are listed. The Village makes no representation as to the accuracy thereof, nor does it assume any liability in connection with same. The Village reserves the right to reject submissions if the proposals received are not timely or do not adhere to these guidelines in part or in full. If submitting a flyer, please consider submitting a translation in Spanish as well.
You may submit a flyer (jpg or png) or text in the format below:
Title:
What: [Limit description to 100 words or less]
When:
Where:
Contact: [Name of organization/ individual, phone, email]
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Government News in the Region | |
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Tuition Reimbursement Program for EMS AND Fire Volunteers
Citizen volunteers are often called on to respond to emergency situations in Westchester County. Due to a variety of factors, local volunteer fire departments and volunteer Emergency Medical Services (EMS) agencies are currently experiencing a critical need to recruit and retain members.
As an incentive for local residents to serve at volunteer fire departments and EMS agencies the Westchester County Department of Emergency Services (DES), has developed a program of recruitment and retention incentives for volunteer emergency services agencies. The program is designed to provide tuition or student loan reimbursement to volunteers for their service in the County.
For more info: https://emergencyservices.westchestergov.com/contact-us/h-e-r-r-o
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