Library Benefits, Book Swap, Green Biz Winners

1. Saturday happenings at Charles Dept. Store

From 11 - 3 p.m. this Saturday, the folks at in Katonah will entertain you while you shop. Look for demonstrations of their Weber grill and new spice rubs, plus if you are interested in making your own healthy soda at home, they are also demo-ing the Soda Stream. Visit their website for details.

2. KVL Library benefit

It's a weekend to support your local libraries! In addition to the at Merestead for Bedford Hills, the hosts its Spring into Summer party at 8 p.m. Friday night at the library. Mingle with your friends over appetizers, drinks and a silent auction.

3.Workshop for first responders

Assemblyman Robert J. Castelli (R, C – Goldens Bridge) said that the Northern Westchester Firemen’s Association will be hosting an informational workshop on assistance for first responders on Saturday, June 9^. The workshop will focus on the Assistance to Firefighter Grant (AFG) program that provides firefighters and emergency response organizations with additional resources to help keep our communities safe. The program starts at noon at the North Salem Volunteer Ambulance Corps, 14 Daniels Road in North Salem. No registration is necessary for the program, which will run approximately two hours. For more information, visit http://www.dhses.ny.gov/grants/.

4. Local businesses honored for green practices

and are Bedford-Katonah-based businesses among a group of Westchester business owners that were recognized Wednesday night for their "green" achievements. l Westchester Green Business Challenge (WGBC) awards ceremony was held at the , where Westchester County Executive Robert Astorino and Business Council of Westchester President and CEO Marsha Gordon congratulated this year's recipients.

Congrats and let us know of other businesses recognized!

5. Book swap opportunity

Clean out your kids bookshelves, and bring a book to take a book at the for preschool and elementary children. It will be held at the The Cyrus Russell Community House in Cross River, 779 Route 35 on Friday from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.