& MORE FROM CROTON & THE 350TH HUDSON RIVER YEAR OF HISTORY

Welcome to Everything Croton, a collection of all things Croton--our history, our homes, our issues, our businesses, our schools--in short, EVERYTHING CROTON.

One of our most popular series here at Everything Croton was the "CROTON & THE 350TH HUDSON RIVER YEAR OF HISTORY CELEBRATION, 1959"--so much so that we had requests for more. Click on the photos below, courtesy of THE CROTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY.

SEE THE REST HERE http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2013/11/more-from-croton-350th-hudson-river.html AND HERE:
Part One here http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2013/04/croton-350th-hudson-river-year-of.html Part Two here http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2013/04/part-two-croton-350th-hudson-river-year.htmlPart Three http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2013/04/part-three-croton-350th-hudson-river.html

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READY FOR CHRISTMAS: CROTON COUNTRY GARDENS

Welcome to Everything Croton, a collection of all things Croton--our history, our homes, our issues, our businesses, our schools--in short, EVERYTHING CROTON.

Cookie's back! The hybrid poinsettias are in (click on the photo to see one called "Jingle Bells")--the Christmas trees have arrived--great wreaths and kissing balls too. And don't forget: Santa Claus will be making his annual visit--stay tuned for his schedule!

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MORE FABULOUS VINTAGE WEBSITES, FINDS, ETC. FROM EVERYTHING CROTON

So there I am in Walmart at the suggestion of a friend, desperately trying to find the larger fuses for my C-9 vintage light strings--when I spot these large--10 inch X 13 inch plaques--featuring repro Coca-Cola Sundblom inspired Santa Claus illustrations. Finished with a light crackle craze and only ten dollars each, you know I had to come home with at least one. By the way, they did have the larger fuses. My only other option would have been to order them online.

Click on the photo. They also had a plethora of bottle brush trees.

Speaking of Sundblom Santas, an oldie but goodie  http://viewlinerltd.blogspot.com/2007/12/twas-night-before-christmas.html

From the Everything Croton Christmas Test Kitchen http://www.everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2013/11/from-everything-croton-2013-christmas.html

20% off German Advent calendars at Blumchen http://www.blumchen.com/christmas_shop_advent_calendars.html

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BETHEL COLLECTS FOOD & DONATIONS FOR CROTON CARING COMMITTEE DRIVE

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11/29/13 Bethel’s Springvale Inn participated in the recent Croton Caring Committee Food Drive by providing a drop-off point in its lobby for donations. Read more here: http://www.riverjournalonline.com/villages/tarrytown/3052-bethel-collects-food-and-donations-for-croton-caring-food-drive.html

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THANK YOU BACKSTAGE SALON

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WE LOVE STORIES LIKE THIS AT EVERYTHING CROTON and couldn't let this one slip by without notice.

PHOTOS, BACKSTAGE SALON, CUT-ATHON - FROM THEIR FB PAGE - October 20, 2013 was a gorgeous day and one where we all came out and did a little something for our community. We donated our time, talents, food and money to Support Connection.  Save the date for next year! Saturday, October 4, 2014. Love from all of us at Backstage Salon. CLICK ON THE LINK TO SEE PHOTOS FROM THE EVENT https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.753647237982271.1073741827.528074070539590&type=1

and more here  http://us7.campaign-archive1.com/?u=cab250808bbc1b5e98a58b0c8&id=88bdddd75c

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FOR TRAIN LOVERS ONLY 2013, #15

We hope you enjoy this latest installment of FOR TRAIN LOVERS ONLY #15.
We here in Croton are privileged to host one of the most amazing vintage and antique toy houses around. I'm talking about SeriousToyz.com of course. Owner Tom Miano and I have been confabbing for years now, and it is always a delight to bring you his latest offerings--and a privilege to get exclusive first peeks! Stay tuned for an amazing 2014!

In the meantime, click on the photos to see a 1950's Marx Ride A Train:
“Lightning Express" Riding Locomotive #3000, 1950s, Marx, 27", painted pressed steel w/ litho panels; beautiful NM new old stock; SOLD AT THE RECENT AUCTION FOR $454.25.

Check out the amazing layouts of Rinus HO http://www.flickr.com/photos/27262916@N00/

And it's here--the latest issue of...November, 2013 update of Trains-N-Towns(tm), the Official Newsletter of BIGIndoorTrains.com -This newsletter serves families who like O Scale trains and Christmas Trains, including those who are interested in combining On30, O gauge, or vintage toy trains with collectible villages or vintage accessories. It is produced in conjunction with the Big Indoor Trains(tm) and Big Christmas Trains(tm) web sites. CLICK ON THE LINK: there is some outstanding stuff in here! http://www.bigindoortrains.com/trains_n_towns/13_11_newsletter_indoor.htm

SEE THE LAST INSTALLMENT OF FOR TRAIN LOVERS ONLY HERE http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2013/11/for-train-lovers-only-2013-14-potpourri.html

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MORE FROM CROTON & THE 350TH HUDSON RIVER YEAR OF HISTORY CELEBRATION, 1959

Welcome to Everything Croton, a collection of all things Croton--our history, our homes, our issues, our businesses, our schools--in short, EverythingCroton.  

One of our most popular series here at Everything Croton was the "CROTON & THE 350TH HUDSON RIVER YEAR OF HISTORY CELEBRATION, 1959"--so much so that we had requests for more. Click on the photos below, courtesy of THE CROTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY.

You can see the previous installments here: 
Part One here http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2013/04/croton-350th-hudson-river-year-of.html 
Part Two here http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2013/04/part-two-croton-350th-hudson-river-year.html
Part Three http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2013/04/part-three-croton-350th-hudson-river.html

AND SEE MORE HERE http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2013/11/more-from-croton-350th-hudson-river_30.html

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FROM THE EVERYTHING CROTON 2013 CHRISTMAS TEST KITCHEN!

From the Everything Croton 2013 Christmas Test Kitchen: Dunkin Donuts Peppermint Mocha and Pumpkin flavors in K-cups.

If you love mint chocolate chip ice cream then the Peppermint Mocha is a must try; the Pumpkin had a little too much spice for one taster...overall: 4 of 5 stars for both. Available for a limited time only. Click on the photo.

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HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

Welcome to Everything Croton, a collection of all things Croton--our history, our homes, our issues, our businesses, our schools--in short, EVERYTHING CROTON.

Wishing you and yours a Healthy & Happy Thanksgiving

A reminder: Thanksgiving Day service and Food Drive at Holy Name of Mary TODAY: http://bit.ly/197g6dg

You may also enjoy some blasts from Croton Thanksgiving Days Past--click on the links below:

1973, Part 1 http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2012/10/a-croton-thanksgiving-1973.html
1973, Part 2 http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2012/11/part-2-croton-thanksgiving-1973.html

1967 http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2013/09/crotons-interfaith-council-of-churches.html

1958 http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2013/11/a-croton-thanksgiving-1958.html

AND BAKED BY SUSAN OPEN TODAY 8 AM TO 11 A; SUNSHINE & CLOVER 10 TO 1; DePrez 10 to 4; Van Wyck Wines till 3

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SERVICES FOR LINDA CUOMO

Visitation will be held on Friday, November 29, 2013 from 7-9 pm at the EDWARD F. CARTER FUNERAL HOME, 41 Grand St., Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 am on Saturday, November 30th at Holy Name of Mary Church in Croton-on-Hudson, NY. Cremation Services will be private.

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BAGELS ON HUDSON TAKING OVER THE PURPLE MONKEY

Welcome to Everything Croton, a collection of all things Croton--our history, our homes, our issues, our businesses, our schools--in short, EVERYTHING CROTON. 

AN UPDATE ON THE PURPLE MONKEY - They've moved to the Carolinas, but...the following is from their FB page: "TO ALL OUR VALUED CUSTOMERS: Thank you for your support over the years!!! We have some great news to share: Starting this Spring, Bagels On Hudson Inc will be selling all your favorite Gifford's Ice Cream flavors!!! Also all Purple monkey ice cream gift certificates will be honored, so hold on to them until Spring! Thank You & Happy Holidays to you all!!!"

AND "We will miss all of our loyal customers!! We are moving to the Carolina's so our good friends @ Bagels on Hudson are taking over the business & we are are very excited for them!! You will all be able to get all your favorite ice cream flavors, just two doors down from where the purple monkey store is located!!!"

https://www.facebook.com/PURPLEMONKEYICECREAM

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MORE FABULOUS VINTAGE WEBSITES, FINDS, ETC. FROM EVERYTHING CROTON

We fell in love with this Christmas cover, circa 1915 or so; click on the photo.

Howard finished his "lakkie; click on the link! Keep scrolling down the page once you get there http://www.cardboardchristmas.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=485&start=10

For more of Howard's work, visit www.littleglitterhouses.com

Some wonderful old photos of Pike Place in Seattle, circa 1910 to 1936 http://www.viewlinerltd.blogspot.com/2008/10/pike-place-market.html

Remembering Wild Bill Elliott of Red Ryder fame http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2013/11/remembering-wild-bill-elliott.html

The November issue of Family Christmas, The Christmas Times is now online--lots of great things too numerous to mention http://www.familychristmasonline.com/fco_newsletter/13_11_c_times.htm

But we especially love the new TINPLATE CHRISTMAS STOREFRONTS! CLICK ON THE LINK AND KEEP SCROLLING DOWN THE PAGE ONCE YOU GET THERE! http://bigindoortrains.com/primer/buildings/lackie/christmas_stores/christmas_storefronts.htm

And finally to all vintage readers, artisans and crafts people--a very Happy Thanksgiving!

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STRANGE: ANOTHER BOARD MEETING ON 12/2 & PARKING RATES GO UP FOR RESIDENTS RESOLUTION

Board meetings are usually two weeks apart. For some strange reason, there's one on Monday 12/2 being billed as an "organizational meeting" and a regular meeting; the agenda was just sent. You can see it by clicking on the link below. Also please note that there is a resolution to hit resident parkers with a whopping increase plus an increase in the "service fee".   

Guess the loss in taxes from Gouveia will have to be made up from somewhere.  http://crotononhudson.novusagenda.com/MeetingView.aspx?MeetingID=164&MinutesMeetingID=-1

PARKING FEE INCREASE FOR RESIDENTS RESOLUTION: Village Board of Trustees authorizes an increase in the resident permit rate from $162 with a $4 service fee to $210 per quarter with a $5 service fee effective March 1, 2014

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HAPPY HANUKKAH!

Hanukkah begins tonight; ends 12/5/13.

To all readers celebrating Hanukkah...Happy Hanukkah!

You may also enjoy 

http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2013/11/a-croton-hanukkah-then-and-now.html

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A CROTON CHRISTMAS SEASON 1967, PART 2

Welcome to Everything Croton, a collection of all things Croton--our history, our homes, our issues, our businesses, our schools--in short, EVERYTHING CROTON.

Everything Croton concludes its 1967 series with A CROTON CHRISTMAS SEASON 1967. For the next few weeks, we'll be featuring Christmas articles and photos for your viewing pleasure, courtesy of the outstanding archives maintained by the volunteers at The Croton Historical Society. Here's Part 2. Click on the photos. See Part 1 here http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2013/11/a-croton-christmas-season-1967-part-1.html 

YOU MAY ALSO HAVE AN INTEREST IN A CROTON CHRISTMAS 1958-1978 http://www.flickr.com/photos/22283683@N07/sets/72157627770614519/ and A CROTON CHRISTMAS 1930-50 http://www.flickr.com/photos/22283683@N07/sets/72157627810031344/with/6213428585   

UPDATED: A CROTON CHRISTMAS SEASON 1967 PART 3 IS HERE  http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2013/12/part-3-croton-christmas-season-1967.html

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HENNA ON HUDSON...FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Welcome to Everything Croton, a collection of all things Croton--our history, our homes, our issues, our businesses, our schools--in short, EVERYTHING CROTON.

Everything Croton has been featuring Croton's amazing Marlene Ratliff of Henna on Hudson ever since she displayed her talents at AJNA's outstanding artisan fairs. Not long ago, we showed you her gorgeous Halloween pumpkins but now...Marlene has turned her attention to ornaments, candles, goatskin drums, painted canvas and dresses. Click on the photos, all rights reserved, Henna on Hudson. For more info, visit https://www.facebook.com/pages/Henna-on-Hudson/551429844870679

Or contact hennaonhudson@gmail.com

FOR MORE ABOUT THE AJNA CENTER FOR WELLNESS & COMMUNITY, VISIT http://www.theajnawellnesscenter.com/

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ALGONQUIN GAS/SPECTRA IN THE NEWS

CLICK ON THE LINK: http://www.theexaminernews.com/natural-gas-project-discussed-in-southeast/

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REMEMBERING WILD BILL ELLIOTT

Wild Bill Elliott (October 16, 1904 – November 26, 1965) was an American film actor. He specialized in playing the rugged heroes of B-Westerns, particularly in the Red Ryder series of films.  Read more here http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wild_Bill_Elliott

WHAT RALPHIE WANTED FOR CHRISTMAS IN "A CHRISTMAS STORY": I want an Official Red Ryder Carbine-Action Two-Hundred-Shot Range Model Air Rifle! 

RESPONSE: You'll shoot your eye out kid...

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OSSINING'S COACH JOHN COVERT, THE CROTON CONNECTION

Welcome to Everything Croton, a collection of all things Croton -- our history, our homes, our issues, our businesses, our schools -- in short, EVERYTHING CROTON.

A fascinating story: John Covert’s influence as a coach during his Ossining High School tenure extended beyond the boundaries of the Town of Ossining. One of Croton-Harmon High School’s premier runners, a state champion, Bob Cook, petitioned his coach to allow him to train with the Ossining runners under Covert. Unusual?  Yes. Successful?  Very. READ MORE HERE http://johncovert.weebly.com/the-croton-connection.html

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THE 1972 CROTON DIRECTORY, SELECT SCANS

Welcome to Everything Croton, a collection of all things Croton -- our history, our homes, our issues, our businesses, our schools -- in short, EVERYTHING CROTON.

BY SPECIAL REQUEST and thanks to the outstanding archives of The Croton Historical Society, select scans from the 1972 Croton Directory. Click on the photos.

YOU MAY ALSO HAVE AN INTEREST IN SELECT SCANS FROM THE 1952 CROTON DIRECTORY http://everythingcroton.blogspot.com/2013/11/the-croton-directory-for-1952.html

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MORE FABULOUS VINTAGE WEBSITES, FINDS, ETC. FROM EVERYTHING CROTON

An amazing early Norman Rockwell illustration from 1924 featuring a wonderful Santa Claus and an even better message--now bring reproduced on a 2014 Calendar: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cheshirecat666/11058664456/

To the right, Brian's outstanding repro of a vintage made in Japan cardboard Christmas putz--a 2004 House of the Month from Ted's site--click on the photo; see it from start to finish and from all angles here: http://www.cardboardchristmas.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=478

Check out Howard Lamey's progress on a repro of a vintage lakie here - keep scrolling down the page once you get there--very complicated construction indeed http://www.cardboardchristmas.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=485&start=10

We just love these!  http://www.orientaltrading.com/peppermint-candy-balloon-lanterns-a2-4_3378-11-0.fltr?prodCatId=550963

Vintage cardboard Greyhound bus!  http://www.toyconnect.blogspot.com/2013/11/vintage-cardboard-greyhound-bus.html

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