Support Staff Recognition Day, the Joy of Shopping

1. Winter sports start today

At John Jay High School and Fox Lane High School, winter sports begin this week. Don't forget to check our for scores and more—and follow the instructions to add your photos or send your own sports highlights from youth leagues through varsity sports.

2. Recognize and Honor the School Support Staff

Tuesday is School Related Professionals Recognition Day— a day to recognize and honor the school support staff who help educate, transport, keep offices running smoothly and who keep our schools clean and safe. Do you have someone you'd like to say thanks to? Post their name, school and position here or email LisaB@Patch.com.

3. The Joy of Shopping

On Wednesday, St. Matthew's Church is sponsoring their annual "Joy of Shopping Event" from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Twenty vendors will participate and help you shop for everyone on your holiday list.  A percentage of all sales will support the work of St. Matthew's in the community. Call 914-234-9636 with any questions or directions to 382 Cantitoe St. in Bedford.

4. Thanksgiving Celebration Tuesday

Bear Walker, a Native American Healer, will be at on Tuesday from 4:15 - 5:15 to share Native American Oral traditions through drumming and story telling. is a Native American Healer and Spiritualist, who has dedicated himself to preserving the traditions and stories of his tribe, the Anishana. A unique cultural experience for kids.

5. Holiday traditions

Look for Patch's holiday coverage in the coming weeks. We will be sharing recipes, traditions, gift guides, and other stories around the holiday season. If you have a story idea or a recipe or tradition you'd like to share, email LisaB@Patch.com.