Westchester County senior citizens are invited to spend the day poolside as they enjoy an old-fashioned barbecue and a variety of entertainment during a pool party and barbecue on Wednesday, Sept. 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Saxon Woods Pool in White Plains. Rain date is Thursday, Sept. 10.

Sponsored by Westchester County Parks and the county’s Department of Senior Programs and Services, this annual pool party is open to all residents of Westchester County age 60 and older. As always, seniors are welcome to bring their young grandchildren for a day of fun.

Lifeguards will be on duty so everyone can enjoy a final summer swim. And, since the pool will be officially closed for the season, seniors and youngsters will have the pool for their exclusive use. In addition to the main swimming pool, Saxon Woods Pool also features a spray playground that can be enjoyed by youngsters and seniors alike. The park also includes the special “Andy’s Place” playground that is handicapped-accessible for children with special needs and is fun for kids of all ages. And, as a special treat that day, you can play a round of mini golf free of charge.

Entertainment will be provided by Stages Band, playing music through the decades, along with a water aerobics class and Tai Chi. Also, everyone can have fun during the popular “Senior Sez Trivia Fun” game.

From 11 a.m. to noon, a delicious all-American-style barbecue lunch, with chicken, tossed salad, potato salad, juice and dessert will be available. Participants are welcome to bring any additional non-alcoholic beverages. Seating at Saxon Woods Pool is limited; participants are encouraged to bring chairs for seating on the lawn and pool deck.

Admission and parking for the event are free; a Westchester County Park Pass is not required for entry to the pool.

Suggested lunch contribution is $4 for seniors and children. The deadline for placing lunch orders is Wednesday, August 26. To place an order, please call the Department of Senior Programs and Services at (914) 813-6380 or (914) 813-6423. Make checks payable to “WCDSPS” and mail to: Pool Party; Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services; 9 South First Avenue, 10th Floor, Mount Vernon, NY 10550.

Saxon Woods Pool is located at 1800 W. Mamaroneck Ave. in White Plains. It can be reached via the Hutchinson River Parkway, north or south, exit 23 North/White Plains. The park is ¼ mile ahead on the left. Saxon Woods Pool is accessible to the disabled.

The pool can also be reached via the Westchester County Bee-Line Bus system. For information on routes and schedules, call (914) 813-7777. Schedules are also available on-line.

For more information about the Saxon Woods Pool Party and Barbecue, call Westchester County Parks at (914) 864-PARK (7275) or visit Westchester County Parks on-line for general information about county parks.