Jewish Film Festival
Jacob Burns Film Center, Pleasantville
March 24–31 & April 3–6

The Jacob Burns Film Center’s Jewish Film Festival returns with a compelling lineup of films and conversations exploring Jewish history, identity, and culture from around the world. Featuring narrative and documentary films along with special guest speakers and discussions, the festival brings together filmmakers, scholars, and audiences for engaging cinematic experiences. View the full schedule and purchase tickets at: https://burnsfilmcenter.org/series/jewish-film-festival/

Join St. James the Less Scarsdale for Easter Services on Sunday April 5 at 9 & 11am Children's Egg Hunt is at 10am. The 11am Service will include a Choir, Brass and Organ with an extended brass prelude. Come early for a good sea! Both services will be followed by a festive coffee hour to meet parishioners and celebrate this joyous occasion. All are Welcome!

St. James the Less, 10 Church Lane, Scarsdale.

Monday April 6 from 7 - 8:45pm at Scarsdale Library

In A History of Jewish People in Scarsdale, Village Historian Jordan Copeland traces the evolution of Jewish life in Scarsdale from a small, localized presence with limited civic participation to full integration and leadership within the community’s social, civic, and cultural institutions. Placing Scarsdale within the broader historical experience of Jews in America, the presentation examines how national and global forces shaped local outcomes.

The program explores why Scarsdale became an attractive destination for Jewish families, how its development differed from that of neighboring communities, and the social and institutional barriers Jewish residents faced along the way. Drawing on original research, the talk offers a nuanced account of both achievement and adversity, illuminating how Jews have become an integral part of Scarsdale’s history.

Presenter Biography
Jordan Copeland is the Scarsdale Village Historian and Vice President of the Scarsdale Historical Society. He conducts original historical research and has contributed to documentary projects and public presentations. His work includes the development of walking tours of downtown Scarsdale and Arthur Manor, educational YouTube videos, and history programs for school groups.

His previous presentations include A History of Black People in Scarsdale, How Scarsdale Became Scarsdale, and Solved! The Mystery of Scarsdale’s 1840 Population Decline. He is also a musician and was formerly an elementary school teacher and an attorney.

This program is co-sponsored by the Scarsdale Historical Society and the Scarsdale Public Library.

Register here to attend in person or online.

For nearly 200 years, C.F. Martin & Co. has been building the guitars behind the most iconic moments in music history from Johnny Cash, to the Beatles, to Eric Clapton, MTV Unplugged, and beyond. On Tuesday, April 7th, Chris Martin, the sixth-generation owner of this iconic guitar company, will be at Rudy's Music in Scarsdale. The evening features Chris telling the riveting story of Martin, from a one-room New York City workshop in 1833 to the most celebrated acoustic guitar maker on the planet.

This is a night of great stories, live music, and guitars you won't believe you're standing next to is free and open to the public.

◊ Rare instruments on display from the Martin Museum and Chris Martin's personal collection

◊ Live musical demonstrations by acclaimed guitarist and Martin ambassador Craig Thatcher, showcasing the instruments up close

◊ The C.F. Martin & Co. story, told by Chris through these priceless instruments

◊ The Value of Instruments: At the recent Christie's auction of the Jim Irsay Collection, David Gilmour's 1969 Martin D-35, heard on Pink Floyd's "Wish You Were Here," sold for $2,393,000. Eric Clapton's 1939 Martin 000-42, played during his legendary 1992 MTV Unplugged performance, fetched $4,101,000.

WHEN: Tuesday, April 7, 2026 | 6:00 PM ET

WHERE: Rudy's Music | 34 East Pkwy, Scarsdale, NY 10583

WHO: Chris Martin IV | Chairman, C.F. Martin & Co. | Sixth-generation steward of the world's most storied acoustic guitar company | Available for media interviews

Craig Thatcher | Acclaimed guitarist and longtime Martin ambassador

Contact: Kate Richardson | [email protected]

ABOUT C. F. MARTIN & CO.
C.F. Martin & Co. has been making the finest handcrafted acoustic guitars for nearly two hundred years. For some of the biggest names and the most revered musical legends across every genre and every decade. And we’ve been doing it with pure artistic passion, a deep love for all things music, and an unwavering commitment to our community and the environment.

But most importantly, we’re still doing it... for you. For current and future generations of pioneers, rebels, and dreamers. For the beginners, the pros, and everyone in between. We believe music is an unstoppable force. It raises us up. Tells our truths. Gets us on our feet. Expresses our deepest heartaches. And our greatest joys.

So, we’ll continue to make the very best acoustic instruments and strings for as long as there are people like you who love music and love making it. We want to be there to help you tell your story. To help you share your music with the world. To help unleash the artist within.

We’re ready for the next two hundred years. Want to come with us? Visit martinguitar.com.

Sip, Savor and Support
Saturday, April 11, 2026
Scarsdale Women’s Club, 37 Drake Road, Scarsdale, NY 10583

Gather with friends, meet new ones or enjoy a date night at BNO Sip, Savor & Support. Enjoy delicious food and thoughtfully curated wines, cocktails and mocktails at the beautiful Scarsdale Women's Club. All profits from this 21+ event will benefit the Junior League of Central Westchester, funding the League's mission and community projects.

The event will feature a tasting of fine wines curated by and donated by Aries Wines & Spirits in White Plains. Find your new favorite libation and order for the season ahead while supporting a great cause!  Aries Fine Wines will donate 15% of the proceeds from cases sold to JLCW supporters from now until the event!

The event will also feature cocktails and mocktails donated by Moquette Craft Cocktail Bar, newly opened in Scarsdale Village. As you sip, enjoy delicious food while shopping our extensive silent auction. 

Since 1947, the JLCW has been making a meaningful impact in the local community. Projects in the 2025-2026 year include Feeding the Homeless, Best Start: reading to children in Head Start, the Holiday Gift Drive and more! Please visit our site  to learn about our important community projects.

Tickets are $145 per person when purchased on or before March, 21st and $160 when purchased after March 21st. Buy yours here.

The Scarsdale Women's Club has ample parking on site. Cocktail attire is suggested.

Register to bid in our silent auction, going live on April 4th! Can't make it to The Big Night Out? You can still support JLCW by registering to shop our Silent Auction.

The Science Research Publicity Committee invites everyone to the Science Research In-Person Symposium at Scarsdale High School. Every spring the program hosts an in-person symposium, highlighting the amazing work our seniors have done across all science fields. Here they will talk about their finished research projects, many of which have received awards. 

The symposium is on Monday, April 13th, 2026 at 6:30 PM in the Little Theater at Scarsdale High School, and it is expected to end around 8 PM. 

We would love to see everyone there and please let us know if you have any questions.

The Friends of the Scarsdale Library invite the community to dress in black tie and step into an evening inspired by Casino Royale at their gala fundraiser on Friday, April 17 at Beach Point Club. With elegant cocktails, lively entertainment, and a touch of James Bond glamour, it promises to be a memorable night in support of one of Scarsdale’s most beloved institutions.

Proceeds from the evening will help ensure that the Scarsdale Public Library continues to offer exceptional resources and programming for community members of all ages. Funds raised will support children’s and teen classes, adult programming, the Maker Space, author talks, museum passes, new technology, and many other initiatives that make the Library a vibrant center for learning and connection.

Guests will enjoy an exciting evening featuring food, drinks, music, casino games, interactive raffles, and a silent auction. Attendees will also have the opportunity to bid on an array of prizes from national brands as well as favorite local Scarsdale businesses, spanning beauty, dining, fitness, and children’s activities.

Sponsorship opportunities remain available for both corporate and individual supporters. The event is also a wonderful opportunity to become a Friend of the Scarsdale Library or renew your commitment to the organization.

Join us on Friday, April 17 at 7:00 pm to help ensure that the Scarsdale Public Library continues to thrive as a cultural and intellectual hub for our community. We look forward to celebrating with you.

For more information, to purchase tickets, or to become an event sponsor, click here.

Contacts: 


Daniela Retelny, Toby Milstein Schulman, Allison Commeau, and Liza Brush, Gala Co-Chairs,  [email protected]