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Musicians United for ALS: A Night for Wayne Warnecke

A benefit for ALS United Greater New York — “A Night for Wayne Warnecke” — is set for Tuesday, April 15, from 7 to 10 p.m., at the State University of New York at Purchase, located at 735 Anderson Hill Road, Purchase.

Warnecke is a record producer from Pound Ridge. 

Performers and guests include the Average White Band, the Grammy-nominated Scottish funk and R&B band best known for their instrumental track “Pick up the Pieces,” Patty Smyth, Bernie Williams, Paul Shaffer, the Bacon Brothers, Elza Libhart and Kati Max. 

For tickets or more information, visit https://alsunitedgreaternewyork.ticketspice.com/. All proceeds go to ALS United Greater New York. 


Mayer and Pace Women’s Justice host toiletry drive

State Senator Shelley Mayer is partnering with Pace Women’s Justice Center to sponsor a Toiletry Drive in acknowledgment of April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The senator and PWJC request donations of full-size items, including shampoo, conditioner, body wash, toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorants, moisturizers, and feminine hygiene products. The drive continues through April 27.

Drop-off locations include Pound Ridge Town House, 179 Westchester Ave, Pound Ridge  and Sen. Mayer’s Office, 235 Mamaroneck Ave., Suite 400, White Plains.


Bedford firefighters set open house April 26

The Bedford Fire Department is hosting its annual hands-on Open House on Saturday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the firehouse, located at 550 Old Post Road, Bedford.

IN BRIEF

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Elizabeth M. Baker, 95, longtime Katonah resident

Elizabeth M. Baker, 95, a longtime resident of Katonah, died April 18. Her family said she was a loving wife, devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. 

Baker is survived by her son, the Rev. Ken (Donna) Baker, a daughter, Faith (Darryl) Jones, four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother, Ashley (Ginny) Matthews, as well as nephews, nieces and close friends. 

She was predeceased by her husband of 63 years, Kenneth E. Baker, and her parents, George and Ann Matthews. 

A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 17, at noon, at Kane Funeral Home, located at 25 Catoonah St., Ridgefield, Conn. Burial follows at South Salem Cemetery in South Salem.

Memorial donations may be made to Webster Methodist Church, 169 East Main St., Webster, NY 14580, or Caring Choices PHC, P.O. Box 24871, Rochester, NY 14624, or Tunnels to Tower Foundation, 2361 Hylan Blvd., Staten Island, NY 10306.

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