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District 10 Update: January 16, 2025

Dear Friends and Neighbors, 

On Monday, January 20th, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a leader whose vision of justice, equality, and peace continues to inspire us. His commitment to civil rights and his dream of a world united by love and understanding remind us of the power of collective action and the importance of standing up for what is right.

As we celebrate his legacy, let us recommit to building a more equitable and inclusive community here in Westchester County. Whether through acts of service, standing up for justice, or fostering dialogue and understanding, we all have a role to play in advancing Dr. King's dream.

For more news and updates on upcoming events, please see my weekly update below.

Sincerely,
Judah Holstein signature
Judah Holstein
Legislator, 10th District


Volunteer New York! MLK Day Civic Presentation

On Saturday, January 18th at 10AM join Volunteer New York! as they host a unique webinar focusing on civic engagement and community involvement in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

The webinar, great for the whole family, will guide participants through a comprehensive understanding of how every action, big or small, contributes to societal change. You'll learn various ways to engage with and influence our community, drawing inspiration from Dr. King's enduring legacy.

The goal of this webinar is to empower and motivate, providing practical tips on how to get involved in causes you're passionate about. Discover how you can play a pivotal role in building a just community.

More information and sign up today: www.volunteernewyork.org/mlk.

graphic for MLK Day 2025 featuring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and details about the event. The text reads: 'MLK Day 2025. Civic Minded: MLK Day Interactive Webinar. January 18, 2025, 10:00 AM.' Presented by Volunteer New York! The background includes an image of the National Mall.


Susan Spear Named Commissioner of the
Department of Emergency Services

The Westchester County Board of Legislators Appointments Committee has approved Susan Spear as commissioner of the Department of Emergency Services. She is set to become the first woman to hold that post in DES history. This appointment will be voted on by the Board of Legislators at its next meeting on Monday, January 27, 2025. Read More


From Tree to Table:
Experience Maple Sugaring at Westchester County Parks

Discover the sweet side of nature when maple sugaring returns to three properties owned and operated by the Westchester County Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation this winter. 

The family-friendly events are being held from January through March. The offerings—at Lenoir Preserve, Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm and Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation—will include informational sessions, tastings and hands-on tree tapping.

Pre-registration is required at several events, and they fill up quickly. View the list of events and register today.


Westchester County Parks Winter Mini Camp Registration

When school is out in February, mini-camps at Westchester County Parks are in! Cranberry Lake Preserve in North White Plains and Muscoot Farm in Katonah are offering winter mini-camps from Monday, Feb. 17 through Friday, Feb. 20. Learn More


Online Survey: Recycling and Reuse Programs
and other Sustainability Initiatives

Westchester County's Department of Environmental Facilities (DEF) is working with consulting firm Barton & Loguidice on a Waste Reduction Study that will serve as a guide for reducing waste generation and disposal over the next decade and beyond.

The County and DEF are asking interested residents to participate in a short, online survey to gauge your knowledge of currently offered waste reduction programs and to find out what types of programs you would like to see available in the future. For more information and to take the survey, click here.

Black-and-white image of a recycling facility with a conveyor belt, metal walkways, and ventilation pipes.


New Rochelle Job Fair

The City of New Rochelle and the New Rochelle school district will be hosting a job fair on Wednesday, January 22nd between 1-5pm at the Rotunda Gallery at City Hall. A variety of city and school departments will be there to discuss specific employment opportunities and service exams. This event is open to all New York State residents. Learn More


February Break Camp in Eastchester

Eastchester Parks and Recreations will be hosting a February Break Camp from Tuesday, February 18th - Friday, February 21 for kids in grades K-5 at the Haindl Recreation Room. Registration opens on January 21st and is 350 dollars per camper. There will be tons of fun activities and two day trips, one to the Maritime Aquarium and one to Air Riderz Adventure Park. For more information and to register, click here.


2025 Virtual Matthew DeMarco Memorial History Bee

It's History Bee Time of Year!  If your child loves history, they can join our free competition by signing up through the Eastchester Public Library 

Open to all students in New York State!

 


en Español

Queridos amigos y vecinos,

El lunes 20 de Enero, honramos la vida y el legado del Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., un líder cuya visión de justicia, igualdad y paz sigue inspirándonos. Su compromiso con los derechos civiles y su sueño de un mundo unido por el amor y la comprensión nos recuerdan el poder de la acción colectiva y la importancia de defender lo que es correcto.

Mientras celebramos su legado, volvamos a comprometernos a construir una comunidad más equitativa e inclusiva aquí en el condado de Westchester. Ya sea a través de actos de servicio, defendiendo la justicia o fomentando el diálogo y la comprensión, todos tenemos un papel que desempeñar en el avance del sueño del Dr. King.

Para más noticias y actualizaciones sobre próximos eventos, consulte mi actualización semanal a continuación.

Atentamente,
Judah Holstein signature
Judah Holstein
Legislador, Distrito 10


¡Volunteer New York! Presentación Cívica del Día de MLK

El Sábado 18 de Enero a las 10 a.m., únete a Volunteer New York! mientras presentan un webinar único enfocado en el compromiso cívico y la participación comunitaria en honor al Día de Martin Luther King Jr.

Este webinar, ideal para toda la familia, guiará a los participantes hacia una comprensión integral de cómo cada acción, grande o pequeña, contribuye al cambio social. Aprenderás diversas formas de involucrarte y ejercer influencia en nuestra comunidad, inspirándote en el legado duradero del Dr. King.

El objetivo de este webinar es empoderar y motivar, ofreciendo consejos prácticos sobre cómo participar en causas que te apasionen. Descubre cómo puedes desempeñar un papel fundamental en la construcción de una comunidad justa.

Más información e inscríbete hoy en: www.volunteernewyork.org/mlk.

graphic for MLK Day 2025 featuring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and details about the event. The text reads: 'MLK Day 2025. Civic Minded: MLK Day Interactive Webinar. January 18, 2025, 10:00 AM.' Presented by Volunteer New York! The background includes an image of the National Mall.


Susan Spear nombrada Comisionada del
Departamento de Servicios de Emergencia

El Comité de Nombramientos de la Junta de Legisladores del Condado de Westchester ha aprobado a Susan Spear como comisionada del Departamento de Servicios de Emergencia. Está a punto de convertirse en la primera mujer en ocupar ese cargo en la historia del departamento. Este nombramiento será sometido a votación por la Junta de Legisladores en su próxima reunión el Lunes 27 de Enero de 2025. Leer más.


De Árbol a Mesa: Experimente la Producción de Jarabe de Arce en los Parques del Condado de Westchester

Descubra el lado dulce de la naturaleza cuando la producción de jarabe de arce regrese a tres propiedades de la Oficina de Parques, Recreación y Conservación del Condado de Westchester este invierno.

Los eventos, aptos para toda la familia, se llevarán a cabo de enero a marzo. Las actividades, que se realizarán en Lenoir Preserve, Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm y el Trailside Nature Museum en Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, incluirán sesiones informativas, degustaciones y actividades prácticas de perforación de árboles.

Se requiere preinscripción para varios eventos, y se llenan rápidamente. Consulte la lista de eventos e inscríbase hoy.


Inscripción para el Mini Campamento de Invierno en los Parques del Condado de Westchester

Cuando las clases se suspenden en febrero, ¡los mini campamentos de los Parques del Condado de Westchester están disponibles! Cranberry Lake Preserve en North White Plains y Muscoot Farm en Katonah ofrecerán mini campamentos de invierno del lunes 17 de febrero al viernes 20 de febrero. Leer más.


Encuesta en línea: Programas de Reciclaje y Reutilización y otras Iniciativas de Sostenibilidad

El Departamento de Instalaciones Ambientales (DEF) del condado de Westchester está trabajando con la firma consultora Barton & Loguidice en un Estudio de Reducción de Residuos que servirá como guía para reducir la generación y eliminación de residuos en la próxima década y más allá.

El condado y el DEF invitan a los residentes interesados a participar en una breve encuesta en línea para evaluar su conocimiento sobre los programas actuales de reducción de residuos y conocer qué tipo de programas les gustaría ver disponibles en el futuro. Para obtener más información y completar la encuesta, haga clic aquí.

Black-and-white image of a recycling facility with a conveyor belt, metal walkways, and ventilation pipes.


Feria de Empleo de New Rochelle

La Ciudad de New Rochelle y el distrito escolar de New Rochelle organizarán una feria de empleo el Miércoles 22 de Enero, entre la 1:00 p.m. y las 5:00 p.m., en la Galería Rotunda del Ayuntamiento. Una variedad de departamentos de la ciudad y la escuela estarán presentes para hablar sobre oportunidades de empleo específicas y exámenes de servicio. Este evento está abierto a todos los residentes del estado de Nueva York. Obtenga más información.


Campamento de Receso de Febrero en Eastchester

El Departamento de Parques y Recreación de Eastchester organizará un campamento de receso de febrero desde el Martes 18 de Febrero hasta el viernes 21 de Febrero para niños de grados K-5 en la Sala de Recreación Haindl. La inscripción se abre el 21 de Enero y tiene un costo de 350 dólares por participante. Habrá muchas actividades divertidas y dos excursiones de un día, una al Acuario Marítimo y otra al Air Riderz Adventure Park. Para más información y para registrarse, haga clic aquí.


Bee Virtual Memorial de Historia Matthew DeMarco 2025

¡Es hora del History Bee! Si a tu hijo le encanta la historia, puede unirse a nuestra competencia gratuita registrándose a través de la Biblioteca Pública de Eastchester.

¡Abierto para todos los estudiantes del estado de Nueva York!

 

 
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