The WESTCHESTER County Press • Thursday, • OCTOBER 19, 2023 • 15
Community Calendar
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Thursday, October 19
cheon tickets are $60 for adults(this Indulge in the culinary creations includes a one year membership) of Westchester’s female chefs, res- and $20 for students under the age taurateurs, and mixologists, while of 18. Tickets may also be purchased supporting the YWCA’s mission of through Eventbrite, www.eventbrite. eliminating racism and empowering com. RSVP by October 7 by calling, women. All money raised will go to 914-937-4340. our programs and services that sup- Wednesday, Oct. 25 port the women, children, and fami- Please join the City of Peekskill lies we serve across the county. Join Youth Bureau for “Red Steps, Good the YWCA White Plains & Central Vibes” (Line Dancing for a vibrant Westchester for one of our hottest lifestyle) on Wednesday, October fundraising events of the year TURN 25, 2023. The event is from 6:00pm UP THE HEAT onThursday, Octo- – 7:00pm at the Nutrition Center (1st ber 19, 2023 at The Woman’s Club Floor of Field Library) – 4 Nelson of White Plains, C.V. Rich Mansion, Avenue, in Peekskill, NY. Red Rib305 Ridgeway in White Plains, NY bon is a symbol of commitment to a from 6:30-9:30 pm. Visit https:// drug free lifestyle and raising awareywcawpcw.org/events/turn-up-the- ness about the dangers of substance heat-2023, to purchase tickets, ads, abuse. Bring the family, have some sponsorships and learn more about fun and make a commitment to keep our participating females in the food to keep raising awareness about the dangers of substance abuse. Come and beverage industry! and get your Red Ribbon swag bags Friday, October 20 and enjoy some light refreshments. The members of the Westchester Black Women’s Political Caucus Wednesday, Oct. 25 will host their 47th Anniversay on Mark your calendar! On October 25 Friday, October 20, 2023 from 6:00 at 12pm ET, we’re joining forces to 10:00 p.m. at the Greentree Coun- with She Should Run, YWCA, and ty Club in New Rochelle. Tickets: RepresentWomen for Lifting as We $175. See flyer on the back page for Climb: How We Can Grow a Diverse Movement to Address Racism, a wedetails. RSVP (914) 843-5637. binar that will help you articulate Sunday, October 22 why addressing racism and racial Join the members of Shiloh Baptist justice for women is necessary to Church in Tarrytown as they cel- build a more equitable, inclusive soebrate the 3rd Pastoral Anniversary ciety and understand how local poliof the Reverend Judith R. Williams cies and initiatives can have a meanat their 11:00 a.m. worship service. ingful impact. RSVP here: https:// Guest preacher for the occasion bit.ly/461we3K will be Elder Doris Schuyler, PasSunday, October 29 tor of Riverview Baptist Church in Children’s book author OlugbemisoKingston, New York. The historic la Rhuday-Perkovich will discuss the Shiloh Baptist Church is located at pursuit of writing for all ages – “Our 190 North Washington, Street, TarStories Are Precious” at the Greenrytown, NY. burgh Public Library at 2:00 p.m. in the Children’s Program Room. Sunday, October 22 SAVE THE DATE! The Port Ches- The event is hosted in partnership ter/Rye NAACP Branch cordially with the White Plains/Greenburgh invites the public to join us at our NAACP and Westchester Region annual Freedom Fund Luncheon, ACT-SO Coalition. Registration is celebrating our history and our fu- required; call (914) 721-8227. The ture. The celebration will be held Greenburgh Public Library is located on October 22nd, at the Port Ches- at 300 Tarrytown, Road, Elmsford, ter Senior Center, 222 Grace Church NY. Street, Portchester, N.Y., 2pm-4pm. Sunday, October 29 The keynote speaker will be ConPlease join the White Plains/Greengressman Jamaal A. Bowman. Lun-
burgh NAACP and Westchester Region ACTSO along with the Greenburgh Library on a Reading and Learning event for children of all ages. “Our Stories are Precious” Q&A with children’s book author Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich, Greenburgh resident and Woodlands High School graduate on October 29, 2023 at the Greenburgh Library, 300 Tarrytown Road, Elmsford NY 10523 at 2pm. Light refreshments will be served.
Sunday, October 29
Trinity United Methodist Church, 130 South Lexington Avenue, White Plains, New York 10606. Rev. Dr. C. Denise Pickett, Pastor. Women’s Day, Women Be Strong and Take Heart, All you who hope in the Lord. Join Us on Sunday, October 29, 2023, at 11:00 am to Worship and Celebrate! Guest Speaker, Rev. Elizabeth C. Abel Long Island West District Superintendent New York Annual Conference. THE LORD IS MY STRENGTH AND MY SHIELD; MY HEART TRUSTS IN HIM AND HE HELPS ME. MY HEART LEAPS FOR JOY, AND WITH MY SONG I PRAISE. PSALM 28:7
the 55th Freedom Fund Dinner as they celebrate the Branch’s 100th Anniversary. The event will be held 5:00-10:00 p.m. at the Greentree Country Club, 538 Davenport Avenue, New Rochelle, NY. The evening will include recognition of individuals who have made significant contributions to the New Rochelle community. For tickets or additional information, contact the New Rochelle NAACP at (914) 576-4997 or NewroNAACP@aol.com.
Wednesday, Nov. 8
1619 Project Revisited – Episode 2: Race will be held at the Greenburgh Public Library at 6:00 p.m. The 1619 Project, a book written by Nikole Hannah-Jones, explores the role of slavery in the United States and its legacy. A monthly viewing of six episodes will be held followed by a discussion. Facilitators for Episode 2 will be Sonica Dixon and Jordan Margolis. Doors open at 5:45 p.m. for refreshments. Registration is required; call (914) 7218227. The event is co-sponsored by Bet Am Shalom Synagogue, Greenburgh Human Rights Advisory Committee, Greenburgh Public Library, White Plains/Greenburgh NAACP, and Woodlands CommuniThursday, Nov. 2 ty Temple. Episode 3: Music will be Enjoy an “Evening of Elegance” in held December 13, at 6:00 p.m. The your formal attire with the Mount library is located at 300 Tarrytown Vernon NAACP on Thursday, NoRoad, Elmsford, NY. Stay tuned for vember 2, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at the updates on the series! Greentree Country Club, 538 Davenport Avenue, New Rochelle, NY. Sunday, November 12 An evening of dancing, laughter, Celebrate at the Peekskill Branch and fun are awaiting all who at- Freedom Fund Awards Ceremony tend. Honorees to be celebrated in- on Sunday, November 12, 2023, @ clude Mount Vernon Mayor Shawyn 3:00 p.m., at the Paramount ThePatterson-Howard, Tajian Nelson, ater, 1108 Brown Street, Peekskill, Democratic Commissioner of the NY, as they join in the celebration Westchester County Board of Elec- of 50 years of Hip-Hop: Musitions, and Dr. K. Veronica Smith, cal Expressions and Culture. The Acting Superintendent of the Mount fun-filled evening will include enVernon School District. For tickets tertainment by Acute Inflections, or sponsorship information, visit the Faithlock Singers featuring http://naacpmv-gala11-2ticketleap. Jeremiah, Bria the Artist, Noodle com/greentree. Kathie Brewington Noo, and the Legendary Kool Moe is President of the Mount Vernon Dee. Community activists will be NAACP Branch. honored for their service. Tickets Sunday, November 5 are available through Eventbrite. Join the New Rochelle NAACP at Priscilla Augustin is President of
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