Veterans Day.

All Village offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 11^th, however there will be a regular Tuesday garbage collection for your defined sanitation zone.  

New Program Announcements!

Wicked Creativi-TEA Party!  Get ready for a “Wicked for Good” kind of afternoon!  Children in Grades K–3 are invited for an afternoon of fun, crafts, and creativity inspired by the upcoming Wicked movie!  Kids will sip on “Popular Punch,” decorate their own cupcake, and create two special keepsakes  — a Glinda Treasure Box and a Wicked-themed bracelet — plus games if time allows.

Date: Friday, November 21^st
Time: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Location: Briarcliff Youth Center, 5 Van Lu Van Road
Fee: $55 (Briarcliff Residents) / $65 (School District or Non-Residents)

Registration is now open and will run through November 17^th, unless spaces fill up before then. 

Ease into the Season: Mindfulness Practices for Holiday Calm.   Take a mindful pause before the holiday rush!  Join Jess Vecchiarelli, founder of The Aligned Path, for an uplifting evening designed to help you slow down, breathe, and reconnect with calm.  You’ll learn simple, practical mindfulness techniques to ease stress and bring more joy and intention into your season.  This is for those 18+ years and older.  

Date: Thursday, December 4^th | 7:00–8:00 PM
Location: Briarcliff Youth Center
Fee: $40 VBMR | $50 BMSD/Non-Resident

Come solo or bring a friend!  Space is limited — register early! (Deadline: December 1^st, if not filled prior).  Take this hour for yourself — your mind, body, and holiday spirit will thank you. 

Wild Fires and Droughts.

Wildfire safety and prevention start at home.  Wildfires can be started by lightning strikes or by man-made causes.  Wildfires burn on average over 7 million acres in the US annually.  Dry vegetation, hot conditions, and an ignition source are the typical conditions that lead to wildfires.  

During drought conditions, as we have experienced, fuels for wildfire, such as grass, leaves and trees, can dry out and become more flammable.  Drought can also increase the probability of ignition and the rate at which fire spreads. 

Here are some suggestions for you on how to protect your home and prevent fires from even happening: 

• Spotting a Fire – Should you see a wild fire call 911 immediately.
• Cigarette butts - Smokers should use fire-safe containers or designated ashtrays to dispose of cigarette butts. They should also fully extinguish cigarettes before discarding them and avoid smoking in areas that are prone to fire, especially when it's dry and windy. Never throw them out of a moving car.
• Fire Pits – Outdoor fire pits should not be used during extremely dry conditions.  A spark combined with the dry vegetation creates ideal conditions for wildfires to ignite and spread rapidly.
• Parking your Car - Avoid parking your car on or over piles of leaves.  The exhaust systems on your car will ignite the dry leaves.
• Clear yard debris quickly - Do not allow these potential bonfires to stack up and dry out in your yard.
• Store firewood safely - Instead of stacking your firewood against your house, try to store these fuel sources at least 30′ from your home. 

You can follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/briarcliffmanorfiredept/ and on Instagram at www.instagram.com/briarcliffmanorfiredept 

There are also some great benefits!  Check out the benefits offered to our Active Members.  https://www.bmfd.org/member-benefits/ 

Consider becoming a VOLUNTEER Firefighter or EMT.  Simply click the link https://www.bmfd.org/join-us/

Next Events!

• Portraits in the Park - Saturday, November 8^th - click here for more information - https://www.briarcliffmanor.gov/DocumentCenter/View/3383/Portraits-in-the-Park 
• Holiday Sing Along and Bonfire – Sunday, December 7^th , 4 PM at Law Park
• Winter Program Registration – Wednesday, December 10^th starts at 9 AM

Westchester County Medicare Basics 101 Session.

Westchester County is offering free informative sessions outlining the Medicare insurance options that Seniors 65 and older will be required to understand and make choices during the end-of-the-year open enrollment for their 2026 insurance needs. 

To register or learn more, call the Medicare Information Line at (914) 813-6100.

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