Upcoming Events in Fleetwood, Mount Vernon
The Fleetwood Neighborhood Association is an active group that promotes many good events in the Fleetwood neighborhood, located at the northend of the City of Mount Vernon, near the border with the Village of Bronxville. Want to learn more about Fleetwood, the easy commute and the wonderful homes? Contact me anytime! Enjoy!
Wednesday, May 13, 2009 – FNA Meeting – School Board Candidate Forum and Budget Presentation
Come to the Riverside Memorial Chapel at 7:00 pm and get informed before casting your vote at the upcoming School Board Elections and Budget Vote! (May 19) Dr. Sawyer, superintendent, will be presenting the 2009 – 2010 school budget to the public. All candidates will be invited to speak at the event (there will be no public questioning or debating during the forum – the public is welcome to ask the candidates questions following the meeting.) Any questions? Please call Susan at 914-668-9148, or email me at susan@fleetwoodneighbors.org. (email is best!)
Friday, May 15, 2009 - Annual Talkin’ Trash and Spring Planting Event! 8am – 4pm, meet at Fleetwood Deli-Cafe!
Mother’s Day is May 10, which means that the Annual Fleetwood Flowering isn’t far behind!! Join us as we make an instant impact on the center of our community! All you need to bring is some scruffy clothes and a warm heart – we’ll provide the rest – even the food! Many, Many thanks to Goldman Sach’s Community Teamwork’s Program for providing volunteers and financial support, and to Gherardi’s Greenhouses, for starting our plants from seed, tending them, and then delivering our supplies! (Don’t forget to stop by Gherardi’s for all your planting and landscaping needs! Not only will they sell you plants – but they know more about what thrives in our area than anyone else I know, even Pat!)
Saturday, May 16, 2009 – Planting at the Armory Memorial Garden! 10am – 1pm, meet at the Armory!
Can’t make it on Friday but want to help? Join at at the Armory on 5th Avenue as we tend to our new garden, just planted last year. The cleanup is complete – it’s just time to plant some lovely annuals and spread some love. Can’t plant, but want to help? Why not stop by and just chat with us? We love to chat as we plant – and Pat is always sure to come up with some new blarney for us to chew on!
Sunday, May 17, 2009 – Sts. Peter and Paul Carnival! Parking Lot!
Come support StsPeter and Paul as they celebrate Spring with a great new carnival in their parking lot on Westchester Avenue! Volunteers are needed for this event – so please call them if you can help!
Monday, May 18, 2009 – Fleetwood Pride Meeting – Riverside Memorial Chapel
Fleetwood Pride is back in action and will be meeting at the Riverside Memorial Chapel at 7:30 pm. Members, Non-Members and Guests are welcome to attend.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009 – School Board Candidate Election and Budget Vote!
Get out there and VOTE! Most of you have read Bob’s rants, and now mine, about doing your duty and voting in every election, so I’ll save you all tonight…but do remember how many people have died, and are currently fighting, for our right to vote – don’t waste it!
Friends of Janine / Rockin’ The Cradle Festival for Baby Sofia
As many of you know, a local family in Fleetwood has faced incredible tragedy this year, and are bravely stepping forward to raise their brand new grandchild, Sofia Tousa. A close friend of the family has started an incredible movement to raise funds to help support Sofia! I urge you to visit www.myspace.com/friendsofjanine, or find the group on Facebook “Friends of Janine”. The Rockin’ the Cradle Festival is planned for June 28, 2009 from 12p – 6p and will feature live entertainment, children’s rides, games, crafts and entertainers, merchandise sales, the Westchester Pipes and Drums, and more! There will be something for EVERYONE at the festival – so be sure to check it out!) You can also email at fojbc@yahoo.com for more information, to volunteer, donate something for the raffles, or just to offer your support for this endeavor!
