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Public Safety Technology UpdateThe Village of Scarsdale is in the process of upgrading its public safety technology to ensure that our police department is equipped with the appropriate tools to protect and serve our community effectively. This initiative is designed to enhance public safety while maintaining a strong commitment to individual privacy. We invite all residents to learn more about this effort by clicking here. As always, we welcome your input. Please share any feedback or questions with us at mayor@scarsdale.gov |
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Scarsdale Farmers Market Opening for Season on May 4The Scarsdale Farmers Market returns to the Village Center on Sunday, May 4, at 11 a.m., kicking off this season’s Destination Scarsdale initiative with a ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins. Held on Chase Road and a portion of Spencer Place, the market will operate every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. through November 23, in partnership with Down to Earth Markets. Visitors can enjoy locally sourced produce, prepared foods, and handcrafted goods from regional farmers, food artisans, and makers. For more information, visit scarsdale.gov/farmersmarket |
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Free Compost Giveaway April 26In honor of Earth Week, Scarsdale is giving away FREE high-quality compost to residents on Saturday, April 26, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Recycling Center (110 Secor Road). The compost is made from food scraps collected through the Village’s Food Scrap Recycling Program, which has diverted over 3.5 million pounds of waste since 2017. Bring your own container—first come, first served! Volunteers will be on hand to answer questions and help new participants get started. Starter kits and compostable bags will be available for purchase. Great for gardens, flower beds, and lawns! Learn more at scarsdale.gov/foodscrap or email composting@scarsdale.gov. |
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Drive-Thru Prescription Drug Disposal Day April 26Scarsdale Edgemont Family Counseling Service’s Scarsdale Action for Youth (SAY) and the Scarsdale Police Department are partnering to host a Drive-Thru Prescription Drug Disposal Day on Saturday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Scarsdale Public Safety Building (enter via Post Road). Residents are encouraged to safely dispose of unwanted or expired medications—no need to leave your vehicle. Accepted items include: Prescription medications, prescription patches, over-the-counter medications, vitamins, samples, and pet medications. Items not accepted: Needles, inhalers, lotions, liquids, ointments, hydrogen peroxide, aerosol cans, and thermometers. For more information, visit www.SAYscarsdale.org. |
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Animals from Around the World Petting Zoo – May 10 at Weinberg Nature CenterThe Weinberg Nature Center will host an Animals from Around the World petting zoo on Saturday, May 10, from 2 to 3 p.m. Children can pet sheep, goats, chickens, ducks, and even meet a kangaroo, tortoise, and more, while learning about the animals from knowledgeable naturalists. Easels will also be available for those who want to try drawing the animals. Recommended for ages 2.5 and up. The cost is $20 individual/$45 family (resident), $23 individual/$52 family (Mamaroneck Strip), and $24 individual/$54 family (non-resident). Space is limited—register at scarsdale.gov/catalog or call 914-722-1160. |
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Teen Travel Camp Filling Fast—Waitlist Open for Session 1The Scarsdale Recreation Department’s Teen Travel Camp is currently waitlisted for Session 1. If there is sufficient interest, a second bus may be added to accommodate additional campers. Open to students entering grades 6–8 this fall, the camp features exciting trips to water parks, amusement parks, adventure courses, and more. Session 1 runs from July 7–25 (three weeks) and costs $2,725.
Session 2 runs from July 28–August 8 (two weeks) and costs $1,960. For more information and to register, visit Scarsdale.gov/Recreation. To view session itineraries, visit Camp Central or call the Recreation Department at 914-722-1160 |
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April at the Library: Earth Day, Poetry, Jazz & Author TalksThe Scarsdale Public Library is hosting a diverse lineup of programs and events this April: Earth Day Expo – Tuesday, April 22 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Learn how we can protect our planet through interactive displays, activities, and expert presentations. Earth Day Read-Aloud – Saturday, April 26 at 2 p.m.
Children's Program Room
Members of Scarsdale High School’s Project Green Club will read environmental picture books, followed by a fun game. Register here. Renewal: Music and Poetry Speak – Saturday, April 26 at 2:30 p.m., Scott Room
Enjoy an afternoon of poetry and jazz with the Library’s poetry community and Hoff-Barthelson’s Adult Jazz Ensemble. Refreshments will be served. Register here. Preventing and Recovering from Abuse (Hybrid) – Tuesday, April 29 at 7 p.m., Scott Room or Online
In recognition of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, join local author Letitia Gottashe for a reading and panel discussion on healing and resilience. Register here.
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Upcoming Meetings at Village Hall- Tuesday, April 22, 8 p.m.: Village Board of Trustees Business Meeting
- Tuesday, April 22, 7 p.m.: Committee for Historic Preservation
- Wednesday, April 23, 7 p.m.: Planning Board
- Monday, April 28, 7 p.m.: Board of Architectural Review
- Tuesday, April 29, 5:30 p.m.: Village Board Work Session
- Monday, May 12, 7 p.m.: Board of Architectural Review
- Tuesday, May 13, 8 p.m.: Village Board of Trustees Business Meeting
- Wednesday, May 14, 8 p.m.: Zoning Board of Appeals
- Tuesday, May 20, 7 p.m.: Committee for Historic Preservation
- Tuesday, May 27, 8 p.m.: Village Board of Trustees Business Meeting
- Wednesday, May 28, 7 p.m.: Planning Board
Note: Other Village Board Work Sessions TBA Click here for a calendar of meetings, including Village Board Work Sessions. All meetings will have agendas posted in accordance with New York State regulations. Click here to sign up for meeting notifications.
Residents are encouraged to attend Village Board Business meetings to speak during the public comment period(s), but also have the option of reaching out to the Village Board at publiccomments@scarsdale.gov in order to have their message included in the official meeting minutes. To communicate with the Board without having correspondence published in the meeting minutes, email the Board at VillageBoard@scarsdale.gov. |
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Quick Updates County tax bills have been mailed and are due by April 30. To learn more, visit scarsdale.gov/taxguide. - Sign up for Notify Me to subscribe to various notifications from the village.
- Register for Everbridge to receive emergency alerts.
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Wondering If You Missed Something? Go to the Village website to find past issues of Scarsdale Official here. Not a subscriber yet? Click HERE to subscribe to Scarsdale Official! Have ideas? Contact Todd Sliss at Tsliss@scarsdale.gov to share feedback. |
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