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November 6, 2026
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BOARD OF EDUCATION
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 Board of Education Meeting, Carmel High School Library, 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 Board of Education Committee Meetings, Carmel High School
Audit, Facilities & Operations, 5:30 – 6:20 pm., Library Lab
Board of Education meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. but are expected to consider an immediate entry into
Executive Session with a 30-minute limit. The public portion of all meetings begins at 7:00 p.m.
Community members who wish to speak during Board of Education meetings are asked to sign up in advance.
Note: Regular Board of Education Meetings are livestreamed on the CarmelCSD Youtube Channel.
Board of Education Committee Meetings are livestreamed here.
CHS VETERANS MEMORIAL DEDICATION CEREMONY
Dedication of a memorial plaque and stone to honor the supreme sacrifice made by former Carmel High School students who served our nation in the armed forces. Monday, November 9 at 10:30 a.m., Carmel High School (Circle Entrance), 30 Fair Street, Carmel.
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FOURTH ANNUAL VETERANS DAY DRIVE-THRU
Tuesday, November 10 - 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
We invite any member of our community who is a veteran, first responder, and/or active-duty service member to stop by the Carmel High School Circle for a cup of coffee and a treat to share our appreciation for their service to our community and the United States of America!
Please help us spread the word to all those in our community who have served and/or continue to serve and protect us at home and abroad!
CARMEL HIGH SCHOOL DRAMA CLUB
The Carmel High School Drama Club will present four performances of "The Last Fire of Summer" by Arthur M. Jolly, in a production that will feature two separate casts.
Performances will be held in Casey Hall at Carmel High School on Friday, November 13, at 7 p.m.; Saturday, November 14, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.; and Sunday, November 15, at 2 p.m.
Tickets are available at CHSperform.Booktix.
POPS CONCERT
Tues. Nov 10, 2026 at 6:00 P.M., CHS Gymnasium
Get ready for a toe-tapping, head-swaying night of the finest jazz improvisations and rhythm at the Carmel High School Pops Concert. Join us to see musicians from the Carmel High School band, orchestra and chorus, as well as George Fischer Middle School's 8th grade band and orchestra ensembles perform jazz pieces from all eras of this truly original American music, full of improv, individual expression and swinging beats.
Tickets available ONLINE ONLY at https://chsperform.booktix.com
LEARN ABOUT BOCES TECH CENTER
Sophomores are invited on a field trip to tour the BOCES Tech Center on Tuesday, November 24, 2026, and learn about the programs that are offered. The bus will depart CHS at 10:45 a.m. and will return by 2:00 p.m. Students interested in attending this informative trip must have their parents fill out the permission slip on Parent Square (sent on 10/21/2026 by Kristen Mancini). The deadline for the application is Wednesday, November 18, 2026.
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT ACTION MEETUP
Students throughout Putnam County are invited to a conversation on Nov 12, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Putnam Valley Library to meet and work toward common goals. This event is free, pizza and light refreshments will be served. RSVP https://bit.ly/PutnamHSCommunityAction
THE SCHOOL SPIRIT STORE IS OPEN
A new school store has launched with Carmel apparel and merchandise!
This store is an on-demand store. If you do not see your size, please check back as stock is continually resupplied!
Sales benefit the Senior Class of CHS.
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COMMUNITY BREAKFAST
Come join the community breakfast on Saturday, November 14, 9 a.m. - noon at George Fischer Middle School. Eat, relax, enjoy some fun activities for kids, meet staff from community organizations and staff to make connections and see what is available to you as a community member. It is open to all grades including pre-k and to residents of all ages.
Stay Connected: GFMS PTA Facebook, GFMS PTA Instagram, GFMS PTA on the school website. |
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HOLIDAY ON THE LAKE
The Hamlet of Carmel Civic Association is sponsoring Holiday on the Lake, Saturday, December 5. See attached flyer for details.
EAST FISHKILL LIBRARY
For more events and information see East Fishkill Community Library
Homework Help, Mondays, 5 - 7 p.m. All subjects, grades K-6.
Drop-In Family Game Time, Saturday, November 7, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Drop in to play a classic board game or two. Uno, Sorry, Battleship, Trouble and more! We will also have a variety of other puzzle-style games and activities. This program is recommended for kids ages 3 and up, plus their caregiver, older siblings and friends.
KENT PUBLIC LIBRARY
For more events and information see www.kentlibrary.org
Teen Volunteer Program, Mondays, 4 - 5:45 p.m. Ages 12-18. Get community service hours by helping around the Kent Library.
Bilingual Storytime, Monday, November 16 & December 21 at 11:30 a.m. Ages 2–5. A fun storytime for little ones learning English, Spanish, or both!
Thanksgiving Storytime & Craft, November 18, 11 - 11:45 a.m. Ages 6 & Under. Celebrate Thanksgiving with Songs, Storyboard, Books, Bubbles and a Craft.
Holiday Open House, November 30, 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. All ages. Join us for a cozy hour of holiday magic at the library! Enjoy festive music performed by the Carmel High School Music Department.
Solar System Ambassador November 16 and December 14, 4:30 - 5:15. Ages 5-12. Blast off with Dr. Z. and explore the amazing Mars Rovers, then make a fun space-themed craft.
REED MEMORIAL LIBRARY
Register at Carmellibrary.org, (845) 225-2439
Little Reeders Playgroup- A drop-in caregivers group. Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. - Noon.
Looking for a place to connect with other local caregivers while your little one learns and plays? Join us for a relaxed morning of stories, crafts, snacks, and open play designed for children ages 2+.
November Crafternoon: Amazing Maize with Haley Brown. Tuesday, November 17, 4:30 p.m. For children ages 5 & up. Learn about the importance of corn in American history, make a craft and have a popcorn snack.
PATTERSON RECREATION DEPARTMENT
For more info, see pattersonny.myrec.com
Nerf Night: Friday November 13, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m, Grades 1-8. Grab your Nerf Blaster and get ready for an action-packed night!
Pizza, Music & Mayhem: Saturday, November 14, 6 – 9:00 p.m., Grades 3-5. Games, music and delicious pizza.
Little Pizza Pals: Join us on Saturday, November 21, 6 – 9:00 p.m., Grades K-2. Games, music and delicious pizza.
Youth Winter Basketball League: Pre-K through 8th grade, with divisions for Pre-K, K–1, 2–3, 4–5, and 6–8. We are also looking for volunteer coaches for teams in each division. Coaches must complete a Volunteer Packet and five mandatory courses.
FREE RABIES VACCINE CLINIC
Saturday, November 14, 10 a.m. - Noon. Veterans Memorial Park, Carmel. See attached flyer.
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