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July |
Friday
July 2nd
(See August - October for more dates!) |
Music in the Square at Noon.
Jazz, R & B, and Latin Artists perform during merchants sidewalk sales.
At the intersection of Main St., So. Broadway & Palisade Avenue.
FREE.
12-1:30 PM |
Friday
July 2nd
|
Jazz and Blues at Dusk
CARLOS JIMINEZ & THE LATIN JAZZ BAND performs
Entertainment by some of the New York metropolitan area’s top jazz and blues artists.
Yonkers Waterfront Amphitheatre (foot of Main St.)
FREE.
6:30 -8 pm |
Friday
July 9th
(out-reach to the poor continues the 12th-17th) |
CHRISTMAS IN JULY
The Yonkers Salvation Army, led by Envoys Javier and Debbie Alvarez, is announcing their 2nd. annual "Christmas in July " campaign with a special ceremony. Speeches, entertainment, balloons for the children , liquid refreshment provided by McDonalds, and the Broadway Diner , will be featured.
The Yonkers pier (near X 20 Peter Kelly's Restaurant). 11 am
More details available from Bob Stauf, event coordinator, at (914- 476-2284).. |
Friday
July 9th |
Jazz and Blues at Dusk
ANNETTE ST. JOHN performs
Entertainment by some of the New York metropolitan area’s top jazz and blues artists.
Yonkers Waterfront Amphitheatre (foot of Main St.)
FREE.
6:30 -8 pm |
Friday
July 16th |
Jazz and Blues at Dusk
ANNETTE A. AGUILAR AND THE STRINGBEANS perform
Entertainment by some of the New York metropolitan area’s top jazz and blues artists.
Yonkers Waterfront Amphitheatre (foot of Main St.)
FREE.
6:30 -8 pm |
Sunday
July 18th
(See August - October for more dates!)
|
Evolution Arts.
Yonkers Downtown Waterfront BID presents a free outdoor art exhibition program the third Sunday of the month at Tobin Plaza.
The afternoon of leisurely art browsing is accompanied by live and free entertainment.
Buena Vista Avenue at Main Street.
FREE
1 -4 PM |
Thursday
July 22nd |
ORIGAMI FOR TWEENS AND TEENS
Join librarian Jody Maier and learn the art of Japanese paper folding to create a sailboat, pigeon, fish, swan and crane.
Yonkers Riverfront Library, in the Teen Room on the 3rd. 2 pm.
No registration is required. |
Friday
July 23rd |
Jazz and Blues at Dusk
BLUES BUDDAH performs
Entertainment by some of the New York metropolitan area’s top jazz and blues artists.
Yonkers Waterfront Amphitheatre (foot of Main St.)
FREE.
6:30 -8 pm  >>See Photos |
Tuesday
July 27th |
POETRY WORKSHOP
AT YONKERS PUBLIC LIBRARY’S
GRINTON I. WILL BRANCH
The two-hour workshops will be held monthly on Tuesday
evenings. In the Story Room. 6 pm
>>MORE DATES
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Friday
July 30th |
Jazz and Blues at Dusk: MIKE SQUILLANTE performs
Mike Squillante is a pop rock artist (vocal, guitar, keyboard) who writes
and performs his own songs influenced by the likes of the Beatles, Bon Jovi,
Led Zeppelin and others.
Entertainment by some of the New York metropolitan area’s top jazz and blues artists.
Yonkers Waterfront Amphitheatre (foot of Main St.)
FREE.
6:30 -8 pm >>See Photos |
June |
Friday
June 6th
(See July - October for more dates!) |
Music in the Square at Noon.
Jazz, R & B, and Latin Artists perform during merchants sidewalk sales.
At the intersection of Main St., So. Broadway & Palisade Avenue.
FREE
12-1:30 PM |
Sunday
June 20th
(See July - October for more dates!) |
Evolution Arts.
Yonkers Downtown Waterfront BID presents a free outdoor art exhibition program the third Sunday of the month at Tobin Plaza.
The afternoon of leisurely art browsing is accompanied by live and free entertainment.
Buena Vista Avenue at Main Street.
FREE
1 -4 PM |
May |
Saturday
May 1st |
A Tour of St. John's Church, Getty Square:
The Most Interesting 19th Century Church in America.
1 Hudson Street, 4:30 PM
Tickets (914) 963-3033 or email parish@stjohnsgs.org or visit www.stjohnsgs.org Advance ticket discounts available until Thursday, April 29.
>>View Press Release
>>View Details |
Sunday
May 2nd |
Ren Dao Wellness Center will teach a
Qi Gong Class,
followed by free massages and reflexology.
Availability is limited.
>>Yonkers Riverfront Library (in the Atrium),
One Larkin Center, 12 PM
>> Ren Dao Wellness Center |
Sunday
May 2nd |
AVATAR.
Oscar-nominated movies will be presented at the Yonkers Riverfront Library (auditorium) on select Sundays in May.
>>Yonkers Riverfront Library, One Larkin Center, 2:00 PM |
Thursday
May 6th - May 9th |
SIDEWALK SALES 2010.
>>more |
Firday
May 7th |
Music In the Square at Noon. Featuring Jerry Dugger and Friends.
Part of the 2010 Sidewalk Sales. >>more |
Thursday
May 6th |
The Educational Opportunity Center of Westchester will be having an “Open House”
Pre-register for summer classes
(GED-ESOL-College Connections) or for our vocational programs that will start again in the fall.
For more information and to confirm attendance,
please call 914 606-7620.
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Friday
May 7th |
Blue Door Gallery presents,
Cookin' Words For Mom.
Part 3 of their Artspeak series.
>>click here for more info |
Saturday
May 8th |
BEZAK Environmental Education Center presents RISING WATERS.
A presentation on the NYS Sea Level Rise Task Force's Results and Recommendations for
the Lower Hudson River Valley. >>more info
BEZAK Environmental Education Center, 35 Alexander St. 7 PM |
Saturday
May 8th |
Shoto Kan/Self Defense class with master instructor Sensei Israel Rodriguez, including kickboxing, martial arts and self defense.
This free event is sponsored by:
the Yonkers Family YMCA and the Yonkers Riverfront Library,
>>Yonkers Riverfront Library (in the Atrium), One Larkin Center, 6 PM |
Saturday
May 8th |
Citibank Client Appreciation Wellness Day.
An all day event including food, excercise training, massages, and raffles.
86 Main St. Yonkers, NY. 9 AM-2 PM
>>see schedule of events
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Sunday
May 9th |
IT"S COMPLICATED.
Oscar-nominated movies will be presented at the Yonkers Riverfront Library (auditorium) on select Sundays in May.
>>Yonkers Riverfront Library, One Larkin Center, 2 PM |
Saturday
May 15th |
Blue Door Gallery exhibition:
SHOW AND TELL 2
more info coming soon. |
Saturday
May 15th |
Divas Night Body Reshaping Party, presented by Jewels by Elan.
>>More info
|
Sunday
May 16th |
THE LOVELY BONES.
Oscar-nominated movies will be presented at the Yonkers Riverfront Library (auditorium) on select Sundays in May.
>>Yonkers Riverfront Library, One Larkin Center, 2:00 PM |
Sunday
May 16th |
Learn how to trust your gut feeling in a special intuition enhancement workshop. Led by Certified Reconnective Healer and Reiki Master, Peter Goldbeck, this workshop will teach you techniques to use your intuitive skills and explore untapped regions of the mind and universe. Bring a pad and pen, and amaze yourself.
FREE
Yonkers Public Library
in the Atrium. One Larkin Center. 12 PM |
Wednesday
May 19th |
Fourth Precinct Community Council will hold its monthly meeting commencing promptly at 7PM.
The meeting will be held at the Beczak Environmental Education Center,
35
Alexander St. Ample parking is available. 7 PM |
Saturday
May 22nd |
Healthy Kids Day.
A full day of fun exciting events with free giveaways. We will be giving away free swim, basketball, soccer lessons. Two weeks of summer of summer camp, etc.
YMCA of Yonkers, 17 Riverdale Avenue. 11 AM - 3 PM
>>More info
>>Espagnol |
Saturday
May 22nd |
Salsa Dancing.
Discover how to dance Salsa with confidence and style in a welcoming and social atmosphere. Instructor Nelson Pagan will break down fancy moves into fun steps in a friendly down-to-earth atmosphere.
FREE
Yonkers Public Library
in the Atrium. One Larkin Center. 12 PM |
Saturday
May 22nd |
Meet local author H. H. Hood and attend a free reading of the new children's book,
Memorial Day.
This beautifully illustrated book tells the story of Michael, a seven-year old boy living in the countryside. On a beautiful weekend in late May 1999, he learns about the true meaning of Memorial Day, a lesson he will neve forget.
Yonkers Riverfront Library, One Larkin Center. 2 PM |
Sunday
May 23rd |
SUPERSIZE ME.
Oscar-nominated movies will be presented at the Yonkers Riverfront Library (auditorium) on select Sundays in May.
>>Yonkers Riverfront Library, One Larkin Center, 12 PM
FOOD, INC.
Oscar-nominated movies will be presented at the Yonkers Riverfront Library (auditorium) on select Sundays in May.
>>Yonkers Riverfront Library, One Larkin Center, 2 PM |
Tuesday
May 4th -
Wednesday
May 26th
|
“FACEBOOK 2010” an exhibition by local artist Marie Brooks.
Yonkers Riverfront Library, Atrium, One Larkin
Center,
For further information and library hours, call 914-337-1500. |
Sunday
May 30th |
THE ROAD.
Oscar-nominated movies will be presented for FREE at the Yonkers Riverfront Library (auditorium) on select Sundays in May.
Yonkers Riverfront Library, One Larkin Center, 2 PM
|
Sunday
May 30th |
Empowerment Fitness Class.
Learn how to feel healthy, happy and in tune with your body at the Empowerment Fitness Class. Practice stretching, exercise, Zumba dance and meditation designed to increase flexibility, stability, pleasure and relaxation.
Yonkers Riverfront Library, One Larkin Center. 12 PM |
April |
April
Ongoing |
Victims Assistance Service is holding a variety of events in April.
>>View schedule of events.
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Saturday
April 3rd |
"Love Thyself, Be the Best You Can Be". A quality of life program for our children.
Speakers, entertainment and vendors.
Yonkers Riverfront Library, One Larkin Center. 11 AM - 2 PM
>>In honor of Councilman James E. Davis, 1962 - 2003 |
Monday
April 5th |
"Murder at City Hall, Councilman James E. Davis Story" film screening.
Yonkers Riverfront Library, One Larkin Center. 7 PM
>>In honor of Councilman James E. Davis, 1962 - 2003
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Tuesday
April 13th
|
Passport to Adventure, film series continues.
This week travel to Ireland, Alaska, and Austria! 2 PM
This free series of film presentations, is held on designated Tuesdays
in the Community Room at the Yonkers Riverfront Library. |
Friday
April 16th -
Sunday
April 25th |
Survivors Art Show. Part of National Crime Victims Rights Week.
On View, 4/16 - 4/25.
Join us for the artist reception on 4/21.
Yonkers Riverfront Library, One Larkin Center.
|
Saturday
April 17th |
YWCA Yonkers Takes a Stand Against Racism.
Youth Talent Show & After Party. $5
YWCA, 5-11PM |
Wednesday
April 21st |
Denim Day.
Join the Victim Assistance Services by wearing jeans on the 21st. >>more |
Wednesday
April 21st |
Fourth Precinct Community Council will hold its monthly meeting commencing promptly at 7:00 PM.
The meeting will be held at the Greystone Jewish Center, 600 North Broadway. Ample parking is available.
|
Wednesday
April 21st |
Survivors Art Show, reception with the artists.
Yonkers Riverfront Library, One Larkin Center. 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM |
Thursday
April 22nd |
Annual Homocide Vigil. Victims Assistance Service will be holding its annual vigil,
for friends and family
at the Yonkers Riverfront Library, 1 Larkin Center. 5 PM- 7:30 PM. |
Saturday
April 24th |
YWCA Yonkers Takes a Stand Against Racism
Interfaith Service:Join in a service designed not only to bring together community residents as to reaffirm their faith and appreciation of unique racial and ethnic diversity but also to demonstrate the beauty that lies within us all.
10AM – 11AM (breakfast at 9AM)
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Tuesday
April 27th |
Yonkers Downtown BID SUNRISE SEMINAR SERIES presents:
"Green is Good Business"
Yonkers Riverfront Library, One Larkin Center |
Wednesday
April 28th |
Meet the artist, Michael Albert, author of “An Artist’s America”, and enjoy a modern pop art experience.
Iin the Story Room. Limited registration begins April 7th.To register, call 914-337-1500, ext 306. the Story Room, 4 to 6 pm. |
Wednesday
April 28th |
YWCA Yonkers Takes a Stand Against Racism.
“Yonkers’ Leaders Embrace Diversity” Training:
Registration required by April 23, 2010. Space is limited. Lunch will be provided.
1 PM-3 PM |
Friday
April 29th |
"The Vagina Monologues"
Yonkers Riverfront Library, One Larkin Center. 5:30 PM |
Saturday
April 30th |
YWCA Yonkers Takes a Stand Against Racism.
Community Rally: Celebrate diversity with the Ed Patillo Band (3PM), Speakers of the House, PEARL steppers, and Guest Speaker Stephen López, Deacon, Calvary Center Church, Yonkers, Vice President, Untermyer Performing Arts Council and Chairman Emeritus, Yonkers Martin Luther King Commission for Nonviolence. Refreshments will be served.
St. John’s Church, Getty Square, 4 PM-5:30 PM |
Saturday
April 30th-
Sunday
May 2nd |
Yonkers Downtown BID welcomes
HMS Bounty to Yonkers Pier.
The public is invited to tour this replica of the famous sailing ship.
At the foot of Main St.
10 AM – 5 PM >> See Photos |
Saturday
April 30 |
HMS Bounty inspired double feature at the Yonkers Riverfront Library: Sponge Bob Square Pants, The Movie at 4 p.m. and Pirates of the Caribbean, Dead Man’s Chest. Admission is free.
6 PM |
March |
Tuesday
March 2nd
NEW DATE
|
Yonkers Downtown BID SUNRISE SEMINAR SERIES presents:
"Find Your Way Through the Municipal Maze"
Yonkers Riverfront Library, One Larkin Center.
(Please note this is rescheduled from February 16th) |
Wednesday
March 3rd |
The Riverfront Book Club at the Yonkers Riverfront Library.
Join Librarian Jody Maier in a discussion of Heart and Soul by Maeve Binchy. 12 PM |
Saturday
March 6th |
7 in-Heaven Singles, Speed Dating Party at the Yonkers Riverfront Library.
Reservations Required. 7:30 PM |
Sunday
March 7th |
54th Annual Yonkers St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
Beginning at 1:30 PM at Radford Street and So. Broadway up Broadway
11 AM Raising of the Irish and American Flags at City Hall Plaza
Noon Mass at St. Mary’s Church at 103 So. Broadway |
Sunday
March 14th -
Sunday
March 28th |
X20 Xaviars on Hudson and Zuppas Restaurant participate in
The
Hudson Valley Restaurant Week
Info at www.hudsonvalleyrestaurantweek.com
|
Saturday
March 20th |
Defensive Driving Classes. NY point and Insurance Reduction.
Yonkers Riverfront Library. 10 AM - 3 PM.
|
Tuesday
March 23rd |
Yonkers Downtown BID SUNRISE SEMINAR SERIES presents:
"Internet Marketing Including Social Media"
Yonkers Riverfront Library, One Larkin Center |
Wednesday
March 24th |
Create A Winning Resume at Yonkers Library.
The workshop is open to the public.
One Larkin Center. 2nd Floor. 4-5pm. |
February |
Thursday
February 4th |
"Heart of Yonkers" film series presents,
MOONSTRUCK. (PG)
Yonkers Riverfront Library. One Larkin Center. 6 PM - 8 PM |
Tuesday
February 9th |
Yonkers Public Library’s Passport to Adventure, the free series of film presentations
continues at the Riverfront Library, 1 Larkin Place. 2 PM |
Thursday
February 11th |
"Heart of Yonkers" film series presents,
CHOCOLAT. (PG-13)
Yonkers Riverfront Library. One Larkin Center. 6 PM - 8 PM |
Thursday
February 18th |
"Heart of Yonkers" film series presents,
PROPOSAL. (PG-13)
Yonkers Riverfront Library. One Larkin Center. 6 PM - 8 PM |
Thursday
February 18th |
Orientation for "The 60 Day Weight Loss Challenge" at Jewels By Elan.
25 Warburton Ave. 7 PM
|
Saturday
February 20th |
Defensive Driving Classes. NY point and Insurance Reduction.
Yonkers Riverfront Library. 10 AM - 3 PM. (class also offered 3/20/10) |
Tuesday
February 23rd |
Black History Program at Yonkers City Hall. 6 PM |
Wednesday
February 24th |
Youth Theatre Interactions in cooperation with the Yonkers Public Library presents a celebration of
Black History Month through Song, Dance & Spoken Word .
Yonkers Riverfront Library, One Larkin Center, 6 PM |
Thursday
February 25 |
Job Fair. Patricia McDow is hosting her annual Job Fair.
Yonkers Riverfront Library, One Larkin Center, 11 AM - 2 PM |
Thursday
February 25th |
"Heart of Yonkers" film series presents,
DANCE WITH ME. (PG)
Yonkers Riverfront Library. One Larkin Center. 6 PM - 8 PM |
Saturday
February 27th |
Blue Door Gallery's Second Annual BDAA Members Juried Exhibition
to run through February 27, 2010. 13 Riverdale Avenue. |
January |
| Winter |
Philipse Manor Hall Tours. Holiday hours remain the same as winter hours.
Tuesday - Sunday at 12 PM, 1 PM, and 2 PM.
|
Wednesday
January 6th |
“Three Kings Celebration”
Presented by Phil Amicone, Mayor of the City of Yonkers
Wilson Terrero, Yonkers City Council Member - 2nd District.
City Hall Rotunda. 4:30 PM |
Thursday
January 14th |
Youth and Police Celebration.
Presented by The Youth and Police Initiative.
Come meet the next generation of community leaders.
Yonkers Riverfront Library, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM |
Saturday
January 16th |
Defensive Driving Classes. NY point and Insurance Reduction.
Yonkers Riverfront Library. 10 AM - 3 PM. (class also offered 2/20/10 & 3/20/10) |
Wednesday
January 20th |
Community Council Meeting. Followed by a Community Watch meeting.
Ukrainian
Youth Center, 301 Palisade Ave. 7 PM |
Tuesday
January 26th |
2010 Sunrise Seminar Series. Meet the Media. Local Business owners can learn tips to
help them during these tough economical times. Yonkers Library. 1 Larkin Center. 8 AM |
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DECEMBER |
ONGOING in
December |
The BID & SBAY team up
for Holiday Toy Drive for the YWCA.
Donate unwrapped gifts. Click here to find a drop off location near you.  >>See Photos
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Thursday
December 3rd |
The BID's contract to clean several store front awnings in downtown. >>See Photos |
Thursday
December 3rd |
Annual Holiday Tree Lighting
Getty Square Triangle.
Main Street and
South Broadway. 4:30 PM>> See Photos |
Saturday
December 5th |
SWIM FOR THE RIVER, free screening at the
Yonkers Riverfront Library Auditorium, 2 PM |
Saturday
December 12th |
Childrens Christmas Pageant. St. Johns Church, Gettys Square.
4 PM Rehersal, 6 PM Pageant.
Register to participate by Thursday 12/10/09. |
Saturday
December 12th |
Word Power Art with Connie Reynolds,
a self empowerment seminar. Presented by Jewels By Elan
25 Warburton Avenue, 3 PM - 6 PM
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Saturday
December 12th-
January 2 nd |
Small Gems - Arts For Giving. Grand Opening Sale. 13 Riverdale Ave. |
Wednesday
December 16th |
4th Precinct Community Council Meeting. Guest Speaker Andrea Stewart Cousins.
Police Athletic League Center, 127 North Broadway. 7 PM
|
Saturday
December 19th |
The YWCA presents the Children's Holiday Fest.
87 South Broadway. 12 PM - 3 PM |
Friday
December 25th |
Christmas Day |
Saturday
December 26th |
Kwanzaa Celebration presented by
Yonkers African American Heritage Commitee.
YMCA 17 Riverdale Ave. 1 PM - 4PM |
Monday
December 28th |
The Happy Hanukkah - Kwanza - Christmas Show!
with John Fogarty.
A childrens program with music and stories. Yonkers Public Library - Riverfront Branch.
Auditorium. 2 PM - 3 PM
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Monday
December 28th
Tuesday
December 29th |
The Loft-Dance and Fitness is offering childrens fitness classes and many
health and beauty specials for the holidays.
92 Main Street. |
Wednesday
December 30th |
Kwanzaa Celebration – Nia “Purpose" -
at the Mayor’s Ceremonial Courtroom.
40 South Broadway, 4th Floor. 6:30 PM. |
Wednesday
December 30th
Thursday
December 31st
Friday
January 1st |
3 DAY SALE. Blue Door Gallery presents,
SMALL GEMS ARTS FOR GIVING.
Save up to 50%. 13 Riverdale Ave. |
Thursday
December 31st |
Belle Havana New Years Gathering. Music and open bar. $40. 35 Main Street. 10PM- 1AM |
NOVEMBER |
Sunday
November 1st |
Gumbusters clean up downtown sidewalks. >>See Photos |
Sunday
November 1st |
Blue Door Gallery opening reception for: Play It Again, Sam. 2 PM-5 PM |
Thursday
November 5th |
The Greener Yonkers Weatherization Expo 2009. Philipsburgh Hall, 2 – 8 Hudson St, Sponsored by the Greyston Foundation. >more |
Saturday
November 7th |
11th Annual Yonkers Family Day 2009. 10 AM - 4 PM at Yonkers Riverfront Library.
More info call: 914.968.1663 ext. 1017 |
Saturday
November 7th |
USA Metro Boxing Championships. Yonkers Family YMCA. 6 PM-9 PM (doors @ 5 PM) |
Saturday
November 14th |
AT THE END OF SLAVERY, film viewing at the Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site, 5 PM |
Saturday
November 14th |
St. Joseph’s Medical Center Annual Ball at Hilton Rye Town |
Sunday
November 15th |
Medicare Workshop enrollment begins, Yonkers Public Library. |
Wednesday
November 18th |
Medicare Workshop, Yonkers Public Library, Story Room, Main Floor, 1:30 PM |
Thursday
November 19th |
Small Business Service, How to Get M/WBE Certified.
The Riverfront Library. 9:30 AM-11:30 AM |
Thursday
November 19th |
Body Magic, learn about this product and how to lose 2-3 dress sizes.
Presented by
Jewels By Elan, 25 Warburton Avenue, 7 PM-8:30 PM |
Friday
November 20th |
Poetry Open Mic. Presented by Jewels By Elan, 25 Warburton Avenue, 6:30 PM - 9 PM |
Friday
November 20th |
Jewels by Elan & Janice Presents Poetry Open Mic The Spoken Word. 6:30-9 PM
>more |
Saturday
November 21st |
Meet the Designer: Carol Bing of the LeBing Collection.
Presented by Jewels By Elan, 25 Warburton Avenue, 2 PM - 4 PM |
Saturday
November 21st |
Food in the Time of Thanksgiving, at the Philipse Manor Hall, events starting at 12 PM |
Thursday
November 26th -
Sunday
Novemeber 29th
|
Yonkers Downtown Black Friday Weekend
Shop, Dine and Enjoy Yonkers. |
Saturday
November 28th |
Craft Show. Presented by Jewels By Elan, 25 Warburton Avenue, 12 PM - 7 PM |
OCTOBER |
Sat/Sun
October 17-18th |
Half Moon Fest Yonkers >>See Photos |
Sunday
October 18th |
Evolution Arts |
Friday
October 23rd |
Jewels by Elan & Janice Presents Poetry Open Mic The Spoken Word. 6:30-9 PM >more |
Saturday
October 24th |
Fall Family Fun Day 11 AM-2 PM - Pumpkin painting, contests, candy and popcorn. |
Sat/Sun
October 24-25th |
Half Moon Fest in Yonkers |
Sunday
October 25th |
Halloween Pet Parade>>See Photos |
Monday
October 26th
|
Time Capsule Ceremony>>See Photos |
Monday
October 26th |
Time Capsule Burial>>See Photos |
Wednesday
October 28th |
Yonkers Partners in Education Gala, at the Yonkers Raceway – catered by Peter Kelly and X2O Hi. >more |
Friday
October30th |
Feeding Frenzy, 5th Halloween Costume Party, 35 Main St. 8 PM-3 PM |
Saturday
October 31st |
BID presents Second Annual Halloween Pet Parade 2PM. Bring your pets in costume! (Part of the Half Moon Celebration) >> See Photos |
Saturday
October 31st |
A Halloween Costume Party at X20 Xaviar's on the Hudson. 7 PM |
SEPTEMBER |
Saturday
September 12th |
RIVERFEST! >>See Photos |
Friday
September 4th |
Jazz & Blues @ Dusk featuring Roxy Perry |
AUGUST |
Friday
August 21st |
Jazz & Blues @ Dusk featuring DeForest Raphael & Friends, who sings all genres from classical to jazz |
Wednesday
August 19th |
Main Street Films @ Dusk. “Shall We Dance” |
Friday
August 14th |
Jazz & Blues @ Dusk featuring Vanessa Falabella, Brazilian singer inspired by both Brazilian and American Music |
Friday
August 7th |
Jazz & Blues @ Dusk featuring Carlos Jimenez & his Latin Jazz Band |
JULY |
Friday
July 31st |
Jazz & Blues @ Dusk featuring Funkasaurus Rex, a nine-piece band based in Yonkers, combines rhythm ‘n blues and jazz |
Friday
July 24th |
Jazz & Blues @ Dusk featuring Vinny Valentino & Colorfunk, who continue to redefine jazz |
Friday
July 17th |
Jazz & Blues @ Dusk featuring Antoinette Montague, a jazz & blues singer |
Thursday
July 16th |
Retirement Party Held For Joan Jennings |
Friday
July 10th |
Jazz & Blues @ Dusk featuring Nicole Hart, a modern day blues woman |
Friday
July 3rd |
Jazz & Blues @ Dusk featuring Keith Marks, flutist extraordinaire |
JUNE |
Saturday
June 6th |
River Day >more |
FEBRUARY |
Saturday
February 14th |
Very Valentine's Day Specials in the Downtown
"Paint the Town Red" Valentine's Day Promotion |
Tuesday
February 10th |
Sunrise Seminar Series: "Banking for Your Small Business" |
| February 5th |
New York Times Article:
"Whether Tart or Sweet, Ways to Drink to Romance" |
Sunday
Februay 1st |
Super Bowl Party at X20 Xaviar's on the Hudson |
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JANUARY |
Thursday
January 29th |
Yonkers Chamber of Commerce Networking Reception at X20. |
Thursday
January 29th |
"From Dream to Reality: A Film Festival in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.": "Finding Forrester" |
Tuesday
January 27th |
Sunrise Seminar Series: "How to Market in a Down Economy" |
Thursday
January 22nd |
"From Dream to Reality: A Film Festival in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.": "Whale Rider" |
| January 18th |
YWCA 2008 Presidential Election and the future of human rights Community Forum |
| January 17th |
Create your own exhibit at Philipse Manor Hall |
| January 15h |
"From Dream to Reality: A Film Festival in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.": "School Tiesr" |
| January 9th |
Deadline for receipt of nominations for Yonkers Chamber of Commerce Women in Business Awards |
| January 8th |
"From Dream to Reality: A Film Festival in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.": "Finding Forrester" |
| Jan 5 - 29th |
"Prototypes for Arts, Crafts and Designs" at Riverfront Library |
| Jan 3 - 29th |
"From Dizzy to Sonny" Photography exhibit at Riverfront Library |
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December |
| December 8th |
Yonkers Downtown Tree Lighting:
Award to Martin Goldman of CH Martin |
| December 6th |
AVisit from St. Nicholas on horseback at Philipse Manor Hall (sponsored by the Yonkers D/WBID) |
| December 3rd |
Nonprofit Yonkers Partners in Education gives 9,000 books to Yonkers K-3 pupils |
November |
| November 21st |
Yonkers Downtown BID merchant Ly-Mac creates exceptional plaque for installation in Riverfront Library to commemorate Yonkers' role in Arctic Exploration. |
| November 17th |
Science Barge arrives at its new home on the Yonkers Waterfront |
| November 11th |
Yonkers celebrates its Veterans
and Gold Star Mothers in a ceremony at the War Memorial on South Broadway. |
| November 3rd |
Yonkers Downtown BID installs new
sign on New Main/ Nepperhan to welcome
people to our Downtown. |
October |
| October 30th |
Yonkers Downtown BID honored at National Disability Employment Awareness breakfast |
| October 26th |
Wonderful waterfront activities
on October 26th! |
| October 26th |
Halloween Pet Parade |
| October 2th |
Community 5K Fun Run/Walk |
| Octber 25-26 |
The Half Moon is in Yonkers!
Special events on Saturday & Sunday,
October 25th-26th! |
| October 18-19 |
Half Moon on the Yonkers Waterfront |
| October 14th |
St. John's Episcopal Church Banquet raises funds to repair fountain |
| October 10th |
Two new businesses welcomed: Affinity Health Plan,
10 Palisade Avenue and
Yonkers Diner, 53 S Broadway. |
| October 4th |
Blessing of the Animals at St. John's Church - Getty Square |
| Oct. 2-5 |
Sidewalk Sales! |
September |
| September 21st |
Evolution Arts |
| September 21st |
St. John's Church - Getty Square
celebrated its 315th anniversary as a
parish. |
| September 21st |
Yonkers Marathon - YTI Steel Drums sponsored by YDWBID |
| September 20th |
Hudson River Gallery & Conservators displays Daniel Hauben |
| September 13th |
Yonkers Riverfest! |
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The BID & Rising Development announce Main Street Mural
Project!
Results announced at Riverfest! |
August |
| August 11th |
New Plans for Historic Hall. |
| August 5th |
BID precipitates article and asks that patrols be restored/BID merchants agree/Councilwoman McDow in full support |
| August 4th |
Video, 3-D models let public see plans |
| August 4th |
Watertaxi devotees in Yonkers Downtown! |
| August 1st |
Sidewalk Sales |
July |
| July 20th |
Evolution Arts! |
| July 14th |
Magnificat's 'Praying With Saint Paul' is Best-Seller |
| July 14th |
The Yonkers YWCA named Peter Klein “Businessman of the Year” at its Celebrity Chefs event. |
| July-August |
Jazz & Blues @ Dusk |
| June 23rd |
Yonkers puts on historic face:
Greyston to alter plans |
| June 12th |
Grand opening ribbon cutting for Collins Phase II /
Hudson Park took place on Thurday, June 12th! |
| June 11th |
Citibank buys into vision for downtown Yonkers. |
| June 1st |
City unveils prepaid parking meter cards. |
May |
| May 31st |
Yonkers company taking prostate cancer analysis tool to market. |
May 26th |
Lou Vlahopoulos of the Galaxy reflects on downtown development.
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May 17th |
"SFC is the talk of the town."
WCBJ cover story - May 17th, 2008 |
Sunday,
May 18th! |
EVOLUTION ARTS!!!
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May 8-11 |
Sidewalk Sales |
Monday
May 5th |
Ribboncutting -
66 Main Street: It's Green Event: Mayor Amicone cut the ribbon that officially opened 66 Main Street - Yonkers' first geo-thermal building; unveiling of the High School Senior Art Competition for the "Yonkers Go Green" logo. |
April |
Sunday
April 20th |
EVOLUTION ARTS!!! First exhibit
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April 11th |
NYC businessman buys growing swath of downtown Yonkers |
April 3 - 6 |
Sidewalk Sales |
March |
| March 31st |
WCBJ Working Women of Westchester |
Friday
March 28th |
LET'S DANCE DOWNTOWN!
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Wednesday
March 26th |
Annual Yonkers Chamber of Commerce Women in Business Luncheon. |
Thursday
March 13th |
2008 BID Board of Directors elected
at Annual Meeting on March 13th. |
Sunday
March 9th |
Yonkers Waterfront District featured in article in the Real Estate section of the NY Times |
March 11th |
Crime Stats Down in Yonkers for 2007 |
Friday
March 7th |
Inaugural column written by YDWBID ED
Steve Sansone appears in March 7th Home News &Times. |
Sunday
March 2nd |
Yonkers St. Patrick's Day Parade kicked off at 1:30 PM (McClean and South Broadway), ending at reviewing stand on Hudson/S Broadway. |
February |
February 17th |
BID working on Getty Square
Transit Hub initiative
See February 17th, 2008 article in Westchester County Business Journal.
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River Views: BID member Ken Dearden interviewed in February 17th, 2008 article in Westchester County Business Journal. |
January |
Saturday
January 26th |
250th Wedding Anniversary Celebration of Mary Philipse and Roger Morris at Philipse Manor Hall. |
January 17th |
Ken Dearden, Downtown Yonkers
developer, has YouTube contest for
free rent at his 66 Main project. |
January 2nd |
NY Times: New York Water Taxi to Haverstraw |
January |
Master art restorer Helmut Zitzwitz of Hudson River Gallery & Conservators in downtown Yonkers is featured in January Westchester Magazine. |
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December |
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Monday
December 3rd |
Holiday Tree Lightings in Getty Square |
Saturday
December 1st |
A Celebration of a Dutch Christmas - Visit from St. Nicholas at Philipse Manor Hall.
St. Nicholas, his white steed and piper sponsored by the Yonkers D/W BID. |
November |
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Friday,
November 30th |
Four ribbon cuttings as new businesses opened: "Fly Me to the Moon: A Unique Florist" at 47B North Broadway, Nationwide Insurance at 42North Broadway, Getty Square Luncheonette at 2 Main Street and Anselmo's at 32 South Broadway. |
November |
Yonkers D/W BID coordinates cooperative ad for downtown businesses in the November 2007 issue of Westchester Magazine. |
October |
Emerald Witchcraft: The Emerald Diner (53 South Broadway) pulled out all the stops with their Halloween decorations |
October 26th |
Yonkers D/W BID Board Vice Chair Ken Dearden featured in JN article about using geothermal energy at 66 Main. |
Saturday
October 20th |
CommUNITY RUN for the youth of the community. |
Wednesday
October 10th |
Shellion Nail Salon & Spa (37 Main St)
has grand re-opening ribbon-cutting |
October 8th |
Hudson River Gallery & Conservators
featured in October 8th
Westchester County Business Journal! |
October |
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Thursday,
September 13th |
Main Street Film Series @ Dusk: “Grease”
Outdoor screening in front of 86 Main Street
Sponsored by Citibank, City of Yonkers and the YDWBID |
Sunday,
September 15th |
Historic 82nd running of the
Yonkers Marathon
YDWBID Chair
John Kolenda finishes half-marathon.
YDWBID Executive Director
Steve Sansone receives plaque from Parks for BID support of the Yonkers Marathon. |
Saturday
September 8th |
Riverfest! |
Saturday
September 8th |
Plaque to fallen Hudson River hero
Frank Kendrick unveiled on the Yonkers Pier. |
Saturday
September 8th |
First Annual Riverfest UNICYCLE RACE
on the Yonkers Waterfront. |
September 7th |
Finale of Jazz & Blues@Dusk on the Yonkers Amphitheater.
See our archive of summer performances. |
September 4th |
Yonkers - NY Water Taxi service from/to Haverstraw through Yonkers starts September 4th |
September 3rd |
Restaurant boom in downtown Yonkers |
August 2007 |
|
August 30th |
Ante up:
Nick Sprayregen likes Yonkers and is buying |
August 27th |
Housing boom in downtown Yonkers. |
August 24th |
Body and Soul Essentials opens new organic juice bar. |
Aug. 3-5 |
August Downtown Sidewalk Sales featured
live music by "A Few Good Men" |
August 1st |
Yonkers Food Facts - Restaurant Informational Meeting draws developers, real estate brokers, restaurateurs and municipal officials. |
August |
WIBO comes to i.Park in downtown Yonkers. Learn more>> |
July 2007 |
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| July 7th |
Downtown welcomes Art Truck |
Friday
July 6th |
Steve Sansone profiled in Journal News article |
Friday
July 6th |
"Facing Life " Ribbon-cutting. |
July 5th |
Fr. John Hamilton comes to St. John's Church in Getty Square |
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Jazz & Blues @ Dusk |
June 2007 |
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Sunday
June 24th
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Puerto Rican/Hispanic Parade & Festival |
Tuesday
June 19th |
YPO John Barsi bike rack
dedication.
Fish sculpture honors local cop. |
Sunday
June 10th |
YWCA Celebrity Chefs |
Friday
June 1 |
Four Ribbon Cuttings and a Sidewalk Sale |
Friday/Sat
June 1st/2nd |
X20 raises funds for Saunders and St. Joseph's. |
May 2007 |
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Tuesday
May 15th |
Luz Tirada Communications marks 15th Anniversary |
Saturday
May 5th |
Yonkers Mayfair events at Philipse Manor Hall, Beczak, two art galleries |
Tuesday
May 1st |
Metro92 cuts ribbon and Art Truck entries are introduced
Trolley Barn back on track in Yonkers. |
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APRIL 2007 |
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April |
Westchester Photographic Society exhibit in YDWBID office |
Thursday
April 26th |
Yonkers YMCA Dinner Dance honors Joseph Apicella and Dr. Marsha Gordon |
April 25th |
Custom bike rack in memory of YPO John Barsi installed |
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Plaque installed in September 11th Garden on the waterfront |
Wednesday
April 11th |
Yonkers Partners in Education
honors students |
MARCH 2007 |
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Sunday
March 4th
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St. Patrick's Day Parade |
| FEBRUARY 2007 |
|
Wednesday
February 21st |
SFC Presentation to Yonkers DWBID members |
Sunday
February 18th |
Steve Sansone hired as new YDWBID Executive Director |
Thursday
February 15th |
Friends of Philipse Manor honor departing site manager Heather Iannucci |
Wednesday
February 7th |
Encore Co-Op tenants (35-37 Hudson St) host "Meet and Greet" |
Saturday
February 3rd |
The YDWBID's 2nd Annual Mardi Gras Ball |
January 2007 |
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2006 |
DECEMBER |
Santa visits downtown Yonkers |
December 1st |
Homes for America Holdings (HFAH) cuts ribbon on their new offices at 86 Main Street |
NOVEMBER |
|
November 14th |
Actors Federal Credit Union sponsored cooperative apartment building (the "Encore")
located at 35 Hudson Street, Downtown Yonkers, was officially opened |
November 3rd |
Hudson River Museum had its ribbon-cutting for the new arched entry way and lobby which features flat-panel closed circuit televisions and an entrance to the HRM shop |
OCTOBER |
Westchester Magazine features Yonkers as one of six towns "About to Boom" |
October 31st |
Yonkers DWBID and MCU donate new bicycles to YPD Bicycle Patrol |
October 22nd |
Hudson River Art Gallery and Conservators opens in the Station Plaza Building! |
October 21st |
Third Annual Childrens Village Masquerade Gala |
SEPTEMBER |
|
September 30th |
Kendrick Boulevard dedicated at Yonkers Riverfest |
September 14th |
Collins Enterprises breaks ground for Hudson Park North on the Yonkers waterfront |
September
2nd |
Harcourt Trade Publishers announces publication of "The Women of the House" |
AUGUST |
|
August 10th |
Rick Magder named Tomorrow's Newsmaker by 1010WINS |
August 1st |
Breaking ground for the Gold Star Mothers Memorial. |
Summer |
Summer Jazz on the Hudson |
JULY |
|
July 22nd |
The Great Hudson River Paddle comes to Yonkers |
