The event is part of the National Day of Service and Remembrance, a federally recognized observance.
This day of good deeds and charitable service is a countywide event and all members of the community are invited to come out and donate items for charity and/or participate in numerous charitable activities for people of all ages and interests.
A number of activities to benefit more than 25 local agencies will take place.
As a day of service for families with children of all ages, there will be service activities for teens (pre-registration is required), including a car wash, sandwich-making for Hope Community Services and cupcake decorating for local first responders, as well as activities for the youngest set, including child-friendly tzedakah art projects. There will be a children’s entertainment program at 10 a.m., followed by music by RockMitzvah.
At 11 a.m., the second annual JCC of Mid-Westchester Teen Community Service Award will be awarded to a Westchester Junior or Senior High School student who demonstrates exceptional commitment to the Westchester community through service and volunteerism. Applications are due by Monday, Sept. 2; contact Elana Rothschild at (914) 472-7074 or rothschilde@jccmw.org.
A Remembrance Program will take place at 1:00 p.m., featuring elected officials and community leaders. There will also be intergenerational activities.
The JCC of Mid-Westchester is at 999 Wilmot Road in Scarsdale.
For more information, visit www.jccmw.org.
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