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There will be a meeting of the Scarsdale Village Board at 8 pm on Tuesday night October 13, 2026. 

See the agenda here.

Author Visit: Scarsdale Adult School via Zoom:

The Nazis stole more than art. They stole identity, history, and memory. Decades later, thousands of those artworks still hang in museums and private collections — not because their histories are unknown, but because laws permit institutions and third parties to retain them. In Stolen Legacies, prosecutor, author, and granddaughter of Holocaust survivors, Adena J. Bernstein explores the global failure to return Nazi-looted art. As she travels through thirteen countries, she shows how forced sales became legal transactions, how survivors were asked to prove the impossible, and how delays have replaced justice. Blending investigative history, legal analysis, and personal storytelling, Bernstein exposes a harsh truth: when possession is protected, accountability disappears. The book concludes by connecting art back to its human roots, with contemporary artists reflecting on why creation still matters after cultural devastation. Stolen Legacies is not about reclaiming the past. It is about determining what justice means today.

ADENA J. BERNSTEIN, the granddaughter of two Holocaust survivors, is an award-winning author, prosecutor, and speaker. Her debut award-winning book, Living Among the Dead, recounts her grandmother's Holocaust survival. Her second book, Stolen Legacies: The Fight for Nazi-Looted Art, examines unresolved Holocaust-era art theft through legal analysis, investigative history, and personal narrative. It received First Place in the Current Events category at the 2026 Next Generation Indie Book Awards. As a prosecutor, Bernstein has handled cases involving child sexual abuse, domestic violence, and public safety. She currently serves as an Assistant Attorney General in Arizona, overseeing foreign extraditions and leading statewide initiatives focused on fentanyl policy, prevention, and accountability.

Wednesday October 14, 11 am- 12 pm.

Fee: $40
Register here:

The Hutchinson River is the ten mile long waterway that forms within the vicinity of Scarsdale and New Rochelle, traveling southward and serving as part of the demarcating line between Eastchester, New Rochelle, Mount Vernon, and Pelham. The Hutchinson River Parkway follows its route until it enters the Bronx and empties into Eastchester Bay and Long Island Sound. It has been an important part of Westchester dating back to Indigenous peoples. Join your friends and neighbors and the Hutchinson River Restoration Project team to learn more about this local watershed and the ongoing work to preserve the Hutchinson River for current and future generations. They will present some of the history of the river, showcase its natural beauty and ecological importance, and give a call to action for protecting its health.

About the presenter

The Hutchinson River Restoration Project is dedicated to restoring and enhancing the health of the Hutchinson River for current and future generations. They strive to reduce pollution, improve the river's water quality, promote access for all, and protect its wildlife and habitats. By working together, they believe we can create a healthier and more vibrant river for all to enjoy.

Wednesday October 14 at 6 pm at Scarsdale Library
Learn more and sign up here.

The annual Cancer Support Team’s Gayle K. Lee Health Awareness Luncheon is just around the corner. Run, don’t walk, to get your tickets to the always informative luncheon about the latest news about beating the dreaded disease.

This year’s luncheon speaker on Thursday, October 15, 2026, in the Oval Room at the Scarsdale Golf Club in Hartsdale will be no exemption.

The 2026 featured speaker will be Dr. Andy Minn, MD, PhD, Chair of the Immuno-Oncology program at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) in New York City. Dr. Minn also serves as Director of the Mark Foundation Center for Immunotherapy, Immune Signaling and Radiation.

A nationally recognized physician-scientist, Dr. Minn’s research focuses on understanding why some cancers resist immunotherapy and how emerging treatment strategies can improve patient outcomes. His groundbreaking work has been published in leading journals including Cell, Science, Nature and Immunity.

Tickets may be purchased at https://cancersupportteam.org/hl/

The Junior League of Central Westchester is thrilled to announce our 40th Annual Holiday Boutique! Join us for two festive days of shopping, community, and holiday fun at the Scarsdale Congregational Church.

1 Heathcote Road, Scarsdale

Join us for two days of shopping, special events, and fall fun at the Junior League of Central Westchester Holiday Boutique! Shop 20+ incredible vendors, discover unique gifts, enter raffles, and support JLCW and our mission in the community.

Friday, October 16 | 11 AM–7 PM
Make a day of it with special Friday events:

-Mahjong | 11 AM–1 PM
-Canasta Scramble | 2–5 PM
-Sip & Shop | 5–7 PM

Saturday, October 17 | 10 AM–5 PM
Bring the family! Saturday will feature a Children’s Reading with local author Margo Tohn and her dog Murray from 10–11 AM, followed by a College Search Discussion with author and college admissions advisor Beth Heller Gelles from 11:30 AM–12:30 PM, moderated by JLCW President Kathleen Fischer.

 Scarsdale Congregational Church, 1 Heathcote Road, Scarsdale

Come shop, gather with friends, discover something special, and support JLCW while you’re at it. We can’t wait to see you at the Boutique!

Whether you’re getting a head start on your holiday shopping, gathering with friends, or simply joining us for some festive fun, we can’t wait to welcome you!

Mark your calendars!

The Scarsdale Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association, the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week for more than 100 years, to host its annual Fire Fair. The event will be held at Fire Station 3, 56 Crossway, on Saturday, October 17, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, rain or shine!

The event features live fire demonstrations showing the dangers of unattended cooking, hands-on fire extinguisher training, interactive lessons in the fire safety trailer, and car and booster seat checks by certified technicians. Families can enjoy refreshments, explore antique and modern fire trucks, jump in bounce houses, and listen to a firefighter read-aloud. Additionally, the American Red Cross will be on hand to teach hands-only CPR, share emergency preparedness tips, and sign residents up for free smoke alarm installations.

The Fire Fair is a great opportunity to meet our career and volunteer firefighters, who are eager to share key messages from this year’s campaign, Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is a Superpower.

Use the cord and charger that came with your device or one approved by the manufacturer. Using the wrong charger can damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

Stop using your device if it feels very hot, starts to swell, is smoking, or has a strange smell. These are warning signs that the battery may be damaged or failing.

Charge larger items like e-bikes, scooters, and power tools outside and away from exits. These batteries are larger and store more energy. If they fail, fires can grow quickly and spread.

For more information, please contact the Scarsdale Fire Department at (914) 722-1215.

The Junior League of Central Westchester is thrilled to announce our 40th Annual Holiday Boutique! Join us for two festive days of shopping, community, and holiday fun at the Scarsdale Congregational Church.

1 Heathcote Road, Scarsdale

October 16 & 17

Shop 20+ amazing vendors offering beautiful gifts for everyone on your holiday list — and enjoy special activities throughout the weekend!

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16

Holiday Boutique | 11 AM–7 PM

Mahjong | 11 AM–1 PM

Canasta Scramble | 2–5 PM

Sip & Shop | 5–7 PM

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17

Holiday Boutique | 10 AM–5 PM

Whether you’re getting a head start on your holiday shopping, gathering with friends, or simply joining us for some festive fun, we can’t wait to welcome you!

Mark your calendars!

The Junior League of Central Westchester is thrilled to announce our 40th Annual Holiday Boutique! Join us for two festive days of shopping, community, and holiday fun at the Scarsdale Congregational Church.

1 Heathcote Road, Scarsdale

Join us for two days of shopping, special events, and fall fun at the Junior League of Central Westchester Holiday Boutique! Shop 20+ incredible vendors, discover unique gifts, enter raffles, and support JLCW and our mission in the community.

Friday, October 16 | 11 AM–7 PM
Make a day of it with special Friday events:

-Mahjong | 11 AM–1 PM
-Canasta Scramble | 2–5 PM
-Sip & Shop | 5–7 PM

Saturday, October 17 | 10 AM–5 PM
Bring the family! Saturday will feature a Children’s Reading with local author Margo Tohn and her dog Murray from 10–11 AM, followed by a College Search Discussion with author and college admissions advisor Beth Heller Gelles from 11:30 AM–12:30 PM, moderated by JLCW President Kathleen Fischer.

 Scarsdale Congregational Church, 1 Heathcote Road, Scarsdale

Come shop, gather with friends, discover something special, and support JLCW while you’re at it. We can’t wait to see you at the Boutique!

Whether you’re getting a head start on your holiday shopping, gathering with friends, or simply joining us for some festive fun, we can’t wait to welcome you!

Mark your calendars!

Registration is now open for the 75th Annual Halloween Window Painting! Join us as we celebrate 75 years of this beloved Scarsdale tradition.

This year’s event will take place on Sunday, October 18th from 9:00 AM–4:00 PM.

The Halloween Window Painting Contest is open to children in grades 3–10 who reside in Scarsdale or Garth Road, attend a Scarsdale School, or attend Immaculate Heart of Mary School. Family Window Painting is also available for children and parents, teens above 10th grade, and adults who would like to participate in the tradition.

Registration Fees:
Individual – $30 | Pair – $40 | Family (up to 5 members) – $40

Registration is open at Scarsdale.gov/Recreation. Space is limited, so be sure to register early!

Fall Family Fun for Families with Babies, Toddlers and Preschoolers

Looking for a fun outdoor activity on a Sunday? Join The Leffell School on Sunday, October 18 from 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. for playground fun, sensory tables, and sweet treats!

RSVP here:

Leffell High School Open House

Sunday, October 25, 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon

The Leffell School - Upper School Campus
555 West Hartsdale Avenue
Hartsdale, NY 10530
RSVP here

Click here to sign up!

Join us on Sunday October 25 at 5 pm for a spooktacular Halloween celebration for kids and families, featuring a fascinating tour through Scarsdale’s only graveyard—more than 175 years old! Tour the historic headstones and hear the stories of Village founders, local heroes, and notable Americans who helped shape our community and region.

Arrive by 5 PM for Organ Thrills and Chills! Step into the Sanctuary for some delightfully spooky music performed on the magnificent Klais organ.

Then stick around for games, treats, Halloween fun, and plenty of time to celebrate together as a community.

Costumes encouraged.

Treats guaranteed.
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All are welcome!

St. James the Less, 10 Church Lane, Scarsdale

Please join the Scarsdale Library and the Friends of Scarsdale Public Library for a poignant, meaningful, and sobering evening featuring a screening of the Oscar winning short documentary All The Empty Rooms, followed by a panel discussion.

ALL THE EMPTY ROOMS follows journalist Steve Hartman and photographer Lou Bopp as they embark on a seven-year-long project to document the empty bedrooms of children killed in school shootings. Hartman steps away from his heartwarming human interest stories and, unbeknownst to his network’s bosses, pursues a piece on absence, memory, and the unseen ripples of America's gun violence epidemic.

After the film, we will be joined by CNN's Sara Sidner, the director of All The Empty Rooms, Josh Seftel, and acclaimed local author Deborah Schupack in a discussion of the role of art in shaping the human experience and bearing witness to tragedy.

Light refreshments will be served courtesy of the Friends of Scarsdale Public Library.

Please Note: This film is rated PG-13 for brief strong language and discussion of gun violence and the death of children. No violence is depicted in the documentary.

About the Panelists

Sara Sidner is the Emmy Award-winning co-anchor of CNN News Central. She has led the network's coverage of high profile stories both nationally and internationally.

Josh Seftel is an Academy Award-winning filmmaker and two-time Oscar nominee driven by the conviction that storytelling can promote empathy, connection, and change. He is the director of All The Empty Rooms.

Deborah Schupack is the award-winning author of four books across three genres—poetry, fiction and narrative nonfiction. Her latest is When We Were Gun, a collection of poems told from the point of view of parents awaiting news outside the scene of a school shooting.

Register here.