“A string of clouds swirl the oranges and reds into the blanched blue sky that hangs over deep green trees and grey cliffs during sunsets on the Hudson river. This is the view my husband and I fell in love with when we moved to Ossining over three years ago. The views around Ossining continue to pull me in and calm me. Whether it be the sunsets, the historic main street buildings of the village, or foliage that appears everywhere as soon as the frosts of winter are gone— I feel lucky to be treated to gorgeous views daily. The vibrant surroundings match the diverse and loving community. My family is fortunate enough to be a part of the Ossining Union Free School District’s Dual Language program. It’s a unique program that blends English speaking and Spanish speaking homes and aims to help kids graduate from high school “…bilingual, biliterate and multicultural.” Some of the other things that stood out to me in the the Ossining schools are the free full-day Prekindergarten and an award-winning science research program. The Recreation and Parks Department offers as many opportunities as the schools—there is always something to do in Ossining. My kids take swim lessons at the recreation pool, my family gardens with friends at the community garden, and we sled the beautiful snow covered hills in the winter time. As the town changes and grows I continue to love that my family lives here. For the reasons stated above and so many more my husband and I decided to buy our first home in the village of Ossining last year. I’m so happy I get to raise my two children in this town that is ‘Old in History —Young in Spirit.’ – Katie S.