Croton Vision Center is located at 179 South Riverside Ave, Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520. Dr. David Weinberger specializes in pediatric optometry (especially eye teaming or binocular vision problems and vision therapy) and fitting contact lenses including astigmatism and bifocal lenses.

We offer a full service Eye Care Center where we provide high quality personalized service, and a wide variety of frames. We also offer competitive pricing and quick turnaround time. Dr. David Weinberger and Dr. Gregory P. Gaglioti are available daily. Press blue button for more information about Cross River Eye Care and Croton Vision Center.

Some of our most popular dishes include Memphis ribs, Texas brisket, Carolina pulled pork, Georgian fried green tomatoes, Mississippi catfish, fried oyster Po’Boys, blueberry cobbler and Mae’s famous “Nana Puddin” (banana pudding!) Mae’s multiple wood smokers operate 24 hours a day to provide fresh smoked foods everyday.

“Having grown up in BBQ country in the Midwest, I’ve been cooking low and slow BBQ for a long time and I’m able to combine my BBQ passion with my formal culinary training and experience." Press blue button for menus, Memphis Mae's take-out packages, and more.

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Serving northern Westchester and the Lower Hudson Valley, Putnam and Dutchess Counties since 1981. Please press blue button for more information.

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Coinstar® consists of self-service coin counting machines
DVD rental
Liquor (beer in store)

The word is This Bed & Breakfast is well located in a lovely neighborhood, where you can easily drive to most Westchester and Putnam county destinations, or take train into New York City. Home cooked breakfasts are very good and the inn is charming, although it can use some maintenance.

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The word is Get an "cup of coffee" and read the paper while relaxing at this "great neighborhood coffee house" frequented by locals.

Brinton Brook is our largest sanctuary and was the first managed by Saw Mill River Audubon. Management rights to an additional 27-acres were obtained from the Village of Croton-on-Hudson in 1998 raising the total area to 156 acres. Press blue button for trail maps and more about Brinton Brook Sanctuary.

Things To Do in Croton-on-Hudson Sanctuary
Birding | Bird Watching
Guided Tours
Hiking
Nature Walks

The word is Waitress service at this "more than a pizza joint" where the pizza is great and the Italian dishes are really good. Don't miss the fabulous "eggplant parm".

The word is Carvel is the nation's first retail ice cream franchise, serving ice cream for over 70 years. All Carvel ingredients are kosher.

The first church that was built named the street which is still called Church Street. Many stone masons and laborers from Italy emigrated to this area during the construction of the Croton Dam (1892-1905), and their descendants are among the active parishioners of the parish to this day. The second church was built on Grand Street in 1898. In 1929, a third church was built adjacent to the second, and the older church was converted into a school. The Chapel of the Good Shepherd was also built in the Harmon section of the village at that time. The second and third churches were built of stone through the generosity of the Coleman family, who were the builders of the Croton Dam.

In 1990 and 1991, both the main church and Good Shepherd Chapel were remodeled and renovated. The school building was converted to be used as a center for religious education, daycare, and as meeting spaces for many parish and extra-parish groups. Because of increased need for meeting space of the ever enlarging religious education program, parish Montessori school, youth ministry, and parish ministry groups another large meeting space was added to the church/school complex in 2000.

Farmers Markets in Westchester County are located in Briarcliff Manor, Croton-on-Hudson, Larchmont, Mamaroneck, Mount Kisco, New Rochelle, Ossining, Pelham, Pleasantville, Rye, and Tarrytown.

Farmers Markets in Rockland County are located in Piermont and Spring Valley.

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"Our goal as your primary care veterinary hospital is to provide comprehensive examination, diagnostic and treatment services and to do so in a compassionate and sensitive manner. Installation of on-site ultrasound equipment with full telemedicine capabilities enables our professional staff to obtain diagnostic studies and transmit these images over high speed data link to specialists for immediate consultation. Digital dental radiography has increased our early detection of dental disease processes below the gum line."

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The word is This diner is a staple for locals, offering "lots of good food" at very reasonable prices. The diner has it own bakery and "the pies and cakes are delicious".

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Coming Soon
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The Croton Point Nature Center located on the northwest tip of the park, displays exhibits about the Hudson River, local history, flora and fauna, and archeology. The center hosts weekly programs, including nature walks, presentation on area history, and arts and crafts workshops. The center is also the headquarters for the Material Archives and Laboratory for Archaeology.

Explore four miles of Hudson River shoreline at Croton Point Nature Center. The grounds attract Bald Eagles, and is designated an Important Bird Area (IBA). A capped landfill is now a vast meadow abundant in species of birds and butterflies. The park's historical structures are designated as a historic district.

Special Interest: Treaty Oak Monument, Meadow, Brickyard Excavation, Teller's Point and English Yews, Croton Bay, The Wine Cellars, Conifer Forest

Things To Do at Croton Point Nature Center
Baseball Fields
Birding | Bird Watching (IBA)
Bird Sanctuary
Cultural History Programs
Hiking Trails
Historic District
Museum
Nature Center
Picnicking
Restrooms

Winter Activities
Cross-Country Skiing
Sledding

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"This park offers year-round events and activities and has facilities for camping, hiking and swimming. The park, rich in natural and human history, is also the site of historic wine cellars that are thought of be the oldest in New York State and the Croton Point Nature Center.

"The oldest oyster shell middens on the North Atlantic Coast uncovered by archeologists on Croton Point confirm that the peninsula was inhabited by Native Americans as early as 7,000 years ago. Croton is in fact named for the Indian sachem, Kenoten, which means "wild wind.” In the 17th century, Indians of the Kitchawank tribe on the Wappinger Confederacy occupied a large fortified village on the high flat at the neck of Croton Point, which they called Navish. This was one of the most ancient and formidable Indian fortresses south of the Hudson Highlands.

"The oldest oyster shell middens on the North Atlantic Coast uncovered by archeologists on Croton Point confirm that the peninsula was inhabited by Native Americans as early as 7,000 years ago. Croton is, in fact, named for the Indian sachem, Kenoten, which means "wild wind.” In the 17th century, Indians of the Kitchawank tribe on the Wappinger Confederacy occupied a large fortified village on the high flat at the neck of Croton Point, which they called Navish. This was one of the most ancient and formidable Indian fortresses south of the Hudson Highlands. A marsh known by the Indians as “Senasqua” separates the Point from Croton Neck, and a plaque marks the spot where a peace treaty was signed with the Kitchawank tribe.

"Cornelius Van Bursum was the first to purchase Croton Point from the Indians in 1682. A few years later William and Sara Teller were given permission to live on the point and operate an Indian trading post. In the 18th century the area came to be known as Teller’s Point. Soon after, Stephanus Van Cortlandt incorporated the property into his Cortlandt Manor. By the end of the 18th century the Tellers, who married into the Van Cortlandt family, were in full possession of Croton Point. The Van Cortlandt Manor House still stands on the Croton River east of Croton Point Park."

Croton Point Park and the Revolutionary War
"Although several military actions took place here, many involving invasions by the British, the most notorious was connected with the attempted betrayal of West Point by Benedict Arnold and the capture of his British confederate, Major John Andre." Learn more about Benedict Arnold in the American Revolution.

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Things To Do at Croton Point Park
Beach access
Boat Launch
Camping
Fishing
Food Service
Hiking Trails /Walking
Museum (Historic features)
Nature centers & study
Picnicking
Playground
Restrooms
Swimming

Winter Activities
Cross-Country Skiing
Sledding

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Croton Vision Center is located at 179 South Riverside Ave, Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520. Dr. David Weinberger specializes in pediatric optometry (especially eye teaming or binocular vision problems and vision therapy) and fitting contact lenses including astigmatism and bifocal lenses.

We offer a full service Eye Care Center where we provide high quality personalized service, and a wide variety of frames. We also offer competitive pricing and quick turnaround time. Dr. David Weinberger and Dr. Gregory P. Gaglioti are available daily. Press blue button for more information about Cross River Eye Care and Croton Vision Center.

Carrie E. Tompkins Elementary School (914) 271-5184
Pierre Van Cortlandt Middle School (Grades 6-8) (914) 271-2191
Croton-Harmon High School (914) 271-2147

A personalized approach to teaching is paramount to the success of the Croton-Harmon School District. Small class size and an outstanding faculty contribute to this achievement. The district has also been recognized by the state and nation for its outstanding programs and services. Both the elementary and middle schools have been named “Schools of Excellence” by the US Department of Education, and the high school was selected as a Compact Partnership School by the NYS Education Department; it served as a model and pilot school as new state standards and assessments were developed with higher expectations for student performance. The high school has also been recognized for its positive reforms in nationally published books on education. Press blue button to explore the Croton-Harmon School District.

Croton-on-Hudson was formally incorporated as a village in the Town of Cortlandt in 1898. Croton-on-Hudson’s colonial-era history dates back to the 17th century and archaeological evidence indicates that it was populated by Native American Indians as early as 4950 BC. The Kitchawanc tribe, part of the Wappinger Confederacy of the Algonquin Nation, was native to the area. The Kitchawanc called the marsh separating Croton Point from Croton Neck "Senasqua," a name later used for the park further north. Croton itself is believed to be named for the Indian chief of the Kitchawanc tribe, Kenoten, which means "wild wind." A plaque on a rock at Croton Point Park marks the spot where a peace treaty was signed in 1645 between the Dutch and the Kitchawanc.

More Dutch arrived in the following decades, at first to trade and then, by the 1660s, to settle the area. In 1677, Stephanus Van Cortlandt, who later became the first native-born mayor of New York City, began acquiring land to create a manor and in 1697, a Royal Patent was issued designating the estate as the Manor of Cortlandt. The Village of Croton-on-Hudson thus evolved as an enclave of the Van Cortlandt Manor. Originally known as Croton Landing, its early Dutch residents were involved with agriculture and trade.

By the 19th century, farming, shipping, ship-building and flour and brick manufacturing had become the predominant industries, along with work on the railroad and construction of the Croton and New Croton Dams and the New Croton Aqueduct. These major public works projects in the 19th century, the railroad, the dams and the aqueduct, played a pivotal role in shaping Croton-on-Hudson’s demographic development and cemented its importance in the region. The construction of these projects brought an influx of German, Irish and Italian immigrants, who came to work and then settled with their families in the area. The influx of immigrants significantly increased the population of the Village and the surrounding areas so that by the time of its incorporation in 1898, the Village’s population had grown to 1,000 and to over 1,700 in the early 1900s.

The advent of the railroad had a large impact on the growth of Croton-on-Hudson and served as an economic engine for northern Westchester. Construction of a rail line to Poughkeepsie via Croton-on-Hudson began in 1846, when Poughkeepsie merchants advocated for an improved link to their city from New York City. In 1903, electric trains began operating out of the old Grand Central Terminal and construction began on a steam terminal at Croton Point where trains would switch over from electric to steam power to continue north past Croton-on-Hudson.

Most of the land acquired for the engine terminal was purchased from Clifford Harmon, a real estate developer, who took title to the Van Cortlandt family farm when electrification plans were announced in 1903. He stipulated in the deed to the property to NY Central Railroad that the station on Croton Point must always bear his name, hence the Croton-Harmon Station. The terminal for steam locomotives was completed in 1913, heralding a new era for Croton-on-Hudson as a railroad town. Since the New York Central rail line stopped in Harmon to change engines, it became a destination point for metropolitan area travelers. A shopping district developed around the railroad, creating a railroad village that became a focal point and source of employment in northern Westchester.

Construction began on the Croton Dam in 1837 after several water crises in New York City made clear the need for a steady supply of potable water. The project provided many jobs for Irish immigrants who had emigrated to escape the potato famines and it is estimated that at one point 10,000 laborers were working on the project. The New Croton Aqueduct was completed in 1890 and the New Croton Dam, designed to meet the ever-increasing demands for fresh water from New York City, was completed in 1907 after 15 years of Construction.

In 1932, two separate communities, Mount Airy and Harmon, were incorporated into the Village. Each area had a distinct identity that contributed to the cultural richness of the Croton-on-Hudson community. Mount Airy had remained a Quaker enclave into the 1800s but evolved in the early 1900s into a summer colony that attracted many Greenwich Village artists and writers. Poet Edna St. Vincent Millay and actress Gloria Swanson both resided in Croton-on-Hudson, and Elizabeth Duncan, sister of Isadora Duncan, founded a dance school there. Many noted members of the American Communist party lived and organized there as well. The area continued to attract writers and artists through the mid-1900s.

Harmon was founded in 1903 by Clifford Harmon with the goal of developing a rural enclave for artists, writers and musicians. The developer constructed a playhouse on Truesdale Drive, where ballets and concerts were performed, and also the Nikko Inn, which became a fashionable place for stage and government notables. Mary Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks both lived in Harmon as did writers, journalists, teachers and college professors. By the 1920s, as the railroad expanded its services, Harmon had become a residential neighborhood for railroad workers and commuters to New York City.

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The Croton River and Hudson River meet and form the Village's boundaries to the South, East and West. The Village's topography includes low lying areas along the Hudson River and Route 9; the Croton River Gorge; and a plateau at the Village's northern boundary that reaches elevations up to 600 feet within a mile of the Hudson.

The word is The coffee is good, but before eating anything from a Dunkin' Donuts Store, you may want to check the Nutrition Catalog page on their website. Select a product (donut, muffin, etc.) and click to see the ingredients, including preservatives. Many cakes, cookies, and even sandwiches have a high calorie content, high saturated fat content, artificial flavors, and preservatives.

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Graff Sanctuary is a good place to enjoy hiking, birding, and scenic views over the surrounding woodland. Graff Sanctuary is a protected woodland ridge overlooking the Hudson River. Press blue button for trail maps and more about Graff Sanctuary.

Things To Do
Birding | Bird Watching
Nature walks
Walking / Hiking

From the owner: "Grouchy Gabe's Grill is located in the charming village of Croton on Hudson, NY. When you walk in the door you will find a few simple boothes for dining, the works of our latest local artist on the walls and delicious food from the Argentinian born, Uruguayan raised Frenchman Monsieur Boivin (aka Grouchy Gabe).

The word is "Join the crowd for a tempting breakfast sandwich or sweet and crumbly blueberry scone with organic free trade certified coffee."

Visit out special rooms for quiet study and personal computing, the reference section boasts six on-line computers with ready success to a variety of databases and the Internet. The Community Room seats 100 people and serves as a gallery space for art exhibits. The library offers many programs and learning for children.

Adult Activities and Attractions
Enjoy guest speakers, special arts programs, book discussion groups, craft programs, seminars, and book sales.

For Parents and Kids
We encourage you to explore the Westchester Library System's Kids' Page as a starting point in your internet searches. At this site you will find great books to read, parent pages, things to do and see in Westchester, and other valuable information.

Children's Things To Do
Visit the Children's Programs for wonderful activities such as Storytime, Winter Tales and Puppet Plays and more attractions for kids.

Buchanan-Verplanck Elementary in Buchanan (914) 736-5450
Frank G. Lindsey Elementary in Montrose (914) 736-5350
Furnace Woods Elementary (Grades K-5) in Cortlandt Manor (914) 736-5400
Blue Mountain Middle School (Grades 6-8) in Cortlandt Manor (914) 736-5301
Hendrick Hudson High School (Grades 9-12) in Montrose (914) 736-5250

The Hendrick Hudson School District is committed to providing an excellent education for all of our students. Its many outstanding features include: a comprehensive technology plan integrated into the K-12 instructional program; a full day kindergarten program; and a balanced assessment program. An enrichment program and full special education services are available. Modern library media centers are at each school.

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The word is From the owner: "Have a cup of coffee or tea on our porch and enjoy a fresh baked blueberry scone any morning. Hilltop Farms is home to a wonderful little Cafe and features fresh baked goods from several local bakeries."

Features
Cafe
Maze for kids
Unique crafts

Some of our most popular dishes include Memphis ribs, Texas brisket, Carolina pulled pork, Georgian fried green tomatoes, Mississippi catfish, fried oyster Po’Boys, blueberry cobbler and Mae’s famous “Nana Puddin” (banana pudding!) Mae’s multiple wood smokers operate 24 hours a day to provide fresh smoked foods everyday.

“Having grown up in BBQ country in the Midwest, I’ve been cooking low and slow BBQ for a long time and I’m able to combine my BBQ passion with my formal culinary training and experience." Press blue button for menus, Memphis Mae's take-out packages, and more.

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The word is Small but cozy BYOB restaurant with fantastic food.

About the Croton-on-Hudson Police
Chief Anthony Tramaglini heads the Croton-on-Hudson Police Department, a force of 21 full-time officers, two parking enforcement officers, five crossing guards and one part time dispatcher.

Chief Anthony Tramaglini heads the Croton-on-Hudson Police Department, a force of 21 full-time officers, two parking enforcement officers, five crossing guards and one part time dispatcher.

The Department has a Dive Team and an Emergency Response Team. The officers assigned to these teams have attended specialized schools and train on a monthly basis in addition to their regular duties. Other programs sponsored by the Croton Police Department include DARE (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) and a "Dark House List" - Citizens inform police before they leave their homes for vacations or extended absences in order to alert of officers to keep a watchful eye for possible burglars. The Auxiliary Police is a group of volunteers who assist the Croton Police Department with crowd and traffic control at parades or other special events. A Youth Officer is available to handle problems with the youth of the community in a professional, confidential manner, in an office away from the central police area of the building.

All Croton Police Officers are trained in C.P.R. and first aid and patrol cars are equipped with Automated Electronic Defibrillators. Typical response time to emergency calls is 3 minutes or less! The department is equipped with two four-wheel drive vehicles to ensure timely delivery of police services in winter weather.

24-Hour Tip Information HOTLINE: Call 914-271-0706 to leave information about a crime or incident that happens in the Village that you feel may require police follow-up. Callers may leave a message on the Hot Line answering machine and may remain anonymous if they so desire. The detective division will review all calls. DO NOT CALL THIS PHONE NUMBER FOR EMERGENCIES. Dial 911 instead.

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The stone foundation and chimney of the original Hessian Hills Clubhouse, dating back to the 1920's, still remain and lies between the fourth green and fifth tee. This is where the old world meets the new. Stunning Hudson River views confront golfers during the round while the bunkers, etched into the landscape, represent the major obstacles. The fairway bunkers are strategically placed with steep vertical faces while the greenside bunkers are nestled closely to the putting surface. Press blue button for scorecard, photos and more about Hudson National Golf Club.

Golf Course Attractions
Country Club
18-hole regulation length course
6955 yards / par 70
Course rating / slope = 74.5 / 146
Greens = Bent grass
Walking the course = required if caddie is available
Cart available if necessary
Cottages available to stay and play
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Serving northern Westchester and the Lower Hudson Valley, Putnam and Dutchess Counties since 1981. Please press blue button for more information.

Across northern Westchester, our exceptional social, recreational, educational and cultural programs and services promote experiential learning, teamwork, artistic and intellectual exploration, the love of Jewish tradition and Israel, and pure fun - while building enduring friendships and support networks.

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After School program
Arts & Culture
JCC Camp Discovery
Playgrounds

From the owner: "Sala began on the Bowery in New York City in 1999 offering a true and authentic Spanish culinary experience, one of the first in NYC. In 2004, we brought our concept to 19th Street with Sala One Nine and are now excited to present our cuisine to the Hudson Valley with Sala On Hudson. We have taken our traditional recipes, sense of place and home and brought it to Croton on Hudson."

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The word is Delicious small and large plates of Spanish cuisine, offered in a comfortable space with "low lights" that are "great for a romantic dinner", served by a knowledgeable and friendly waitstaff.

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The word is Samurai offers a menu of sushi, Hibachi, or Thai Cuisine.

Shoprite Fresh Bake Shop offers a wide variety of freshly baked goods.

ShopRite Pharmacy offers an easy and fast access to your prescription records with ePharmacy. Save even more on our new lower prices on hundreds of generic drugs.

ShopRite Wines & Sprits are available in many ShopRite stores. Check the ShopRite locator for a store by location.

We are an Episcopal Church, a branch of the world wide Anglican Communion, which includes an estimated 70 million people in 164 countries. We are proud to be a part of this global Christian family. Press blue button for more information.

From the owner: Join The Tavern’s growing family of loyal customers enjoying hand-selected wines, specialty craft beer selection, our weekend brunch with unique breakfast pizzas and creative breakfast menu custom built by Chef Ralph, show-stopping blackboard specials and active calendar of events.

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The word is Go for the beer, wings, Mac n cheese, and pub atmosphere.

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A National Historic Landmark, the 18th-century stone manor house is the centerpiece of the property. It features a fine collection of Georgian and Federal period furnishings, many original to Van Cortlandt Manor. Of particular note is an extraordinary kitchen on the ground floor, with original hearth, beehive oven, and extensive collection of cooking equipment and utensils. Also on the grounds is an 18th-century tavern situated on the historic Albany Post Road at the site of a ferry crossing over the Croton River. The tavern showcases an extraordinary collection of vernacular Hudson River Valley furnishings and evokes fascinating tales of travel and transport in the post-revolutionary period.

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Attractions
Children's Birthday Party
Gardens
Guided tours of the house and grounds
Stone manor house
Tenant farmer's house and tavern

The word is Great fun for the kids and children of all ages, as costumed guides demonstrate and invite visitors to try blacksmithing, brick making, open-hearth cooking and more from the past.

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