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August 1, 2025 Edition

scarsdale sidewalk sale

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SBA Summer Sidewalk Sale Highlights

The Scarsdale Business Alliance’s annual Sidewalk Sale brought vibrant energy to the heart of Scarsdale Village last week, drawing crowds of shoppers, families, and fun seekers from across the area. With over 40 participating merchants— a lively mix of village center retailers and outside vendors— the event turned the village streets into a bustling open-air market. Saturday was a special highlight, offering a full lineup of kids’ activities that kept young visitors smiling all day. See the full story and photos here. 

Dark House Program

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Going on Vacation? Sign Up for the Dark House Program

If you’re planning to be away from home for an extended period, the Scarsdale Police Department offers a free Dark House Program to help protect your property. While you're on vacation, officers will make periodic checks of your residence based on availability. To enroll, call the Police Department at 914-722-1200. It's a simple step that can give you added peace of mind while you’re away.

Everbridge

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Sign Up for Everbridge & Stay Informed!

The Village of Scarsdale uses Everbridge, a mass notification system, to deliver timely, location-specific alerts to residents regarding severe weather, road closures, service interruptions, and other emergencies. You can customize how you receive notifications—by text, phone call, email, or mobile app. For example, in the event of hydrant  on your street or the start of nearby road paving, the Village uses Everbridge to notify affected residents in real time, ensuring you receive timely information to plan accordingly. Everbridge is a free service and easy to sign up for. Visit scarsdale.gov/everbridge to get started.

Tax Due

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ICYMI – Property Taxes Due Today

Village property tax payments are due today, August 1, 2025—either in full or as the first installment.  Online payment is free, fast, and encouraged. For more information, visit scarsdale.gov or contact the Treasurer’s Office at (914) 722-1170.

Scarsdale Farmers Market

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Scarsdale Farmer's Market This Sunday

Join us this Sunday, August 3, between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. for the Scarsdale Farmers Market in the Village Center. Parking is free on Sundays both on-street and in the Christie Place Garage at 64 East Parkway. For more updates, follow @scarsdalenyfarmersmarket on Facebook and Instagram, and check out scarsdale.gov/destination for other great events happening this season.

Splash n play

Recreation Feature
Splash N' Play at the Pool

Keep the summer fun going with Splash N’ Play Days at the Scarsdale Pool Complex! Designed for children entering grades K–4, each session includes a week of swimming, sports, crafts, supervised activities, and a pizza party on the final day. Session 1 runs August 11–14 (rain date August 15), and Session 2 runs August 18–21 (rain date August 22). The fee is $270 per session. A 2025 Pool Membership is required to register, and space is limited. Register online at scarsdale.gov/catalog. 

chess kids

Recreation Feature
Level Up Your Game at Chess Wizards Camp!

Looking for a fun and brain-boosting activity this August? Chess Wizards Camp returns with a week of strategy, skill-building, and friendly competition! Open to children ages 6 to 12, campers will enjoy exciting chess lessons, games, and prizess. Every participant receives a T-shirt, trophy, and puzzle folder to take home. The camp runs weekdays from August 11 to 15 at the Girl Scout House. Choose from a morning or afternoon session for $285, or make it a full-day experience for $410. All materials are provided. Register online at scarsdale.gov/catalog. 

soccer

Recreation Feature
August Soccer Camp with Coach DiBernardo

Join us at the Crossway Complex for two weeks of soccer fun led by Coach Marcus DiBernardo! Campers will enjoy exciting challenges, skill-building activities, and scrimmages designed to keep them engaged while supporting their individual development. Open to ages 5 to 14 years, 11 months. The fee is $350 per week. Register online at scarsdale.gov/catalog. 

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SCARSDALE LiBRARY

Coming Up at the Library

  • Children’s Summer Concert – Kids Rock U
    Saturday, August 9 at 10:30 AM
    Sing, dance, and jam with Kids Rock U in this fun, interactive outdoor concert for families. Bring a blanket or lawn chair! More info 

  • Grow Your Garden with Seed-on-Hudson
    Tuesday, August 12 at 1:00 PM, Scott Room
    Learn practical gardening tips from professional flower farmer Katie Tolson, with a behind-the-scenes look at nursery life. Register Here

  • Summer Concert with the Marino Duo
    Saturday, August 16 at 11:00 AM, Scott Room
    Enjoy a dynamic performance of classical and contemporary works by this talented husband-and-wife duo. Register Here

Upcoming Meetings at Village Hall

  • Monday, August 11, 7 p.m.: Board of Architectural Review
  • Tuesday, August 12, 8 p.m.: Village Board of Trustees Business Meeting
  • Tuesday, August 26, 8:30 a.m.: Village Board of Trustees Business Meeting

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.

Quick Updates

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