Santa Candy Cane Run, Welcome Dr. Becker, Chilly Weekend

1.     Santa’s Coming to Town

He will be at the and at the Hendrick Hudson Lions Club pancake breakfast this Sunday. Read more about these events .

Santa will also be making rounds through Mohegan Lake all weekend. View his schedule .

2.      Welcome Dr. Richard Becker

Welcome to Patch’s newest blogger, Dr. Richard Becker. Dr. Becker is a Cortlandt Town Board member and plans to run against New York State District 19 Representative Nan Hayworth in the 2012 elections. Read about his stance on taxes in his blog . (Rep. Hayworth and politicians from every party and perspective are invited to blog on Patch).

3.    Youth Bureau Christmas Trees

The Peekskill Youth Bureau’s wreaths and Christmas trees are available and they are offering some of the lowest prices around. Call 734-8411 for more information or stop by the Youth Bureau on Main Street, next to City Hall.

4.     Help Paint Peekskill

On Saturday, Dec. 10, you can help paint Larry D’Amico and Sone Tower’s mural from 12 to 4 p.m. Read the details . While you are downtown, bring your "Peekskill Makes Me Merry" pin and check out some

5.     Chilly Weekend Weather

It might start finally feeling like winter this weekend, with highs near 37, but at least the fog has moved on and the sun is expected to be out all weekend, according to the National Weather Service. Nighttime lows are around 21 degrees so remember to bundle up!