Performing Arts Center at Purchase College, 735 Anderson
Hill Rd., Purchase will present the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra: Change the
Frame, Sun., Jan. 22 at 3 p.m. Wine & cheese provided by FCWC at
1:30 p.m. There will be a Meet the Artists Q&A at 2:15 p.m. Concert
features violinist Renaud Capuçon. $21.25-$77.50. Online sales only at
www.artscenter.org
The MetroCard Van will be in the following locations this
month: Mon., Jan. 23, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Huguenot Avenue at Lawton Avenue,
New Rochelle and at Petrillo Plaza, Mt. Vernon, 1-3 p.m.; Wed., Jan. 25, 10
a.m.-12 p.m., Trans Center, Water Street & N. Lexington Avenue, White
Plains; Thurs., Jan. 26, 1-2 p.m., Galleria Mall, Main Street/MLK Blvd.,
White Plains. The MetroCard Van assists riders with all MetroCard business. The
van is staffed by MTA NYC Transit Authority customer service representatives
who will answer questions and help with any issues you may have. For additional
information go to www.transportation.westchestergov.com
Women in Power, a networking & panel discussion, will
be held Tues., Jan. 24 at Manhattanville College, 2900 Purchase St.,
Purchase, 8:30-10:30 a.m. A light breakfast will be served. Hear from leading
CEOs who have effectively smashed through the proverbial glass ceiling while
maintaining a healthy work-life balance. How did they do it? And how can you
apply the lessons shared to your own professional and personal life? Register
at https://wbp.formstack.com/forms/womens-empowerment_2023
A 2-D Animation Clinic for young designers will debut at
Makeinspires, 1139 W. Boston Post Rd., Mamaroneck, Mon., Jan. 23-Apr. 3, 4:45-6:15
p.m. This cartooning program is for students in grades 5-8 and will be
instructed by cartoonist and educator Phil Lohmeyer. $464. Sign up at
makeinspires.com/steam-classes or call 914/630-7338.
Greenwich Hospital will offer The Nurse is In at the YWCA
of Greenwich, 259 E. Putnam Ave., Mon., Jan. 23, 10-11 a.m. A Greenwich
Hospital nurse will take your blood pressure and answer health questions and
Healthy Eating on a Budget, Thurs., Jan. 26, 12-1 p.m. at the Greenwich
Library, 101 W. Putnam Ave. Presenter will be Denise Addorisio, registered
dietitian and nutritionist. Events are free. For information call 203/863-4444.
White Plains Performing Arts Center, 1 City Pl., will
present An Evening with Laura Benanti Live in Concert, Sat., Jan. 28 at
8 p.m. She is an American actress and singer. $58-$78. www.wppac.com
Stamford Center for the Arts-Palace Theatre, 61 Atlantic
St., will present Cash Unchained-Tribute Sat., Jan. 28 at 7:30 p.m. All
ages. Ticket prices start at $238 at
unation.com/event/cash-unchained-tribute-14069308
The Picture House in Pelham and Bronxville is offering A
Winter Wonderland of Films at TPH Film Club. TPH Bronxville at 84 Kraft Ave.
will take place Tues., Jan. 24 & 31; Feb. 7, 14, & 28 and Mar. 7. TPH
Pelham at 175 Wolf’s Lane will take place Wed., Feb. 1, 8 & 15 and Mar.
1, 8 & 15. Film Club host is Stephen J. Witty. Subscriptions to Film
Club are open to members of The Picture House. This exclusive benefit gives
members access to films before they are released for the general public and a
chance to see Q&As with industry insiders. Subscriptions are $132. www.thepicturehouse.org
Bedford Playhouse, 633 Old Post Rd. will present an
Environmental Film Series—"Uninvited: The Spread of Invasive Species” Mon.,
Jan. 23, 7-9 p.m. The film details the significant threat invasive species
pose to the state’s biodiversity and ecosystems, as well as public health and
the economy. A panel of experts will conduct a talk after the film about local
invasive removal programs. Register at www.bedfordplayhouse.org
Random Farms Kids’ Theater will present “Legally Blond The
Musical” Fri.-Sun., Jan. 27-29 at the Paramount Hudson Valley Theater,
1008 Brown St., Peekskill. For ages 3 & up. Fri, Jan. 27 at 7:30 p.m., Sat.,
Jan. 28 & 29 at 1 & 7 p.m., Jan. 30 & 31 at 7 p.m. Elle Woods
appears to have it all. Her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend dumps
her so he can attend Harvard Law School. Determined to get him back, she
ingeniously charms her way in the prestigious law school. Elle quickly realizes
her potential and sets out to prove herself to the world. $30; $40 for first
five rows center orchestra; $20 students. www.randomparmsny.org/tiekets
Wilton Playshop, 15 Lovers Lane, will present a free
reading of “Hiraeth” by E. Kyle Minor, Sun., Jan. 29 at 2 p.m. Donations
are welcome. There will be a reception after the reading and a discussion with
the playwright. “Hiraeth” is a play about loss. Registration is required at https://forms.gle/wUFRm6tp49fYmUsRA
Christ Church Greenwich, 254 E. Putnam Ave., will present Comedy
Night starring Jane Condon and Andy Pitz Fri., Jan. 20 at 6:30 p.m. Jane
Condon is Greenwich’s favorite comedian, the pro-winner of Ladies of Laughter
and the winner of the She-Devil Comedy Festival. Andy Pitz has been on David
Letterman. Craig Ferguson. Star Search and SiriusXM. He has been full-time
comedian since 1990. Bring your friends for an evening of laughter, an epic
taco bar buffet dinner, margaritas, drinks and friendship. $50 per person
everything included. www.christchurchgreenwich.org
Pelham Art Center, 155 Fifth Ave., will present the
following free lectures in their series Careers in the Arts with art
professionals: Sat., Jan. 21, 1-2 p.m. David D’Ostillo: Set Design,
Sculpture & 3D Modeling. Join us for a discussion with David about his
journey into a career in the arts; Sat., Feb. 4, 1-2 p.m. Danielle
DeVito: Architect, Pencil Projects. Join us for a discussion with Danielle and
her journey into a career in the arts as the founder and principal of Pencil
Projects. Additional lectures in this series will be listed in upcoming issues.
www.pelhamartcenter.org.
Pelham Art Center, 155 Fifth Ave., will present the
following workshop: Sound Healing & Meditation, Sun., Jan. 22, 10-11
a.m. for adults/14+. $25. www.pelhamartcenter.org
The American Red Cross and
football Hall of Famer and blood donor Peyton Manning are asking people to
donate blood while getting a chance to win a trip to Super Bowl LVII in
Arizona. Mon., Jan. 30, 2-7 p.m. at
the New Rochelle Public Library, 1 Library Plaza, Lawton Street. To donate,
download the American Red Cross Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call
1-800-733-2767. All blood types are needed. A blood donor card, driver’s
license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in.
Individuals 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where
allowed by state law), at least 110 pounds and in generally good health may be
eligible to donate.
Common Ground Coffeehouse at South Church, 343 Broadway,
Dobbs Ferry will feature Peter Mulvey Sat., Jan. 21 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets
start at $22.21 at https://eventbrite.com/e/peter-mulvey-tickets
Curtain Call, Inc., 1349 Newfield Ave., Stamford, Conn., will
hold open auditions for adults and children for its spring musical, “The Wizard
of Oz,” Sun.-Tues., Jan. 22-24. This will be a full-scale stage
production of the MGM classic film featuring all the songs, dialogue and
characters we've come to know and love since 1939. All roles are open to
non-union actors in this adult production. Dorothy will be cast
age-appropriately. Munchkins will be cast from younger performers ages 6-12.
Auditions for adults (and Dorothy) will be held Mon. & Tues., Jan. 23
and 24, 7 p.m. to approximately 10 p.m. in The Kweskin Theatre. Auditions
for the Munchkins will be held Sun., Jan. 22, 2-5 p.m., also in The
Kweskin Theatre. Those auditioning should prepare a brief song in the style of
the show, be prepared to read from the script and to learn a brief dance
combination. Auditionees should bring sheet music in the correct key and have
proper footwear to dance in. No flip flops or sandals. For additional
information go to www.curtaincallinc.com
Curtain Call Inc. is presenting “A Murder is Announced” in
the Dressing Room Theatre, 1349 Newfield Ave., Stamford, Conn. Sun-Thurs., now
extended thru Feb. 5. Many dates are sold out or have limited seating. Play
features one of Agatha Christie’s best-loved characters, Miss Marple. Performances
will be Thurs.-Sat. at 8 p.m. and Sun. at 2 p.m. Seating is cabaret-style with
a BYOEverything format. $38 for adults; $28 for senior citizens and $20 for
children under 21. www.curtaincallinc.com.
White Plains Public Library, 100 Martine Ave., presents Dragons
& the Ice Sorceress, Sat., Jan. 21 at 1 p.m. For children, families,
elementary school (grades 1-6). Join Talewise at the Library on a
STEAM-filled quest to discover the ‘coolest’ thing in science: dry ice.
Volunteers from the audience will help conduct several science experiments to
explore the wondrous effects of dry ice! The science experiments are tied
together by a fun, interactive tale called “Dragons & The Ice Sorceress.”
The entire audience will help the performer tell the story--you’ll even get to
decide what happens next; Minecraft for Youth Mon., Jan. 23 at 4 p.m.;
Holocaust Remembrance Day Author Visit with author Amalia Hoffman, Thurs.,
Jan. 26, 7 p.m. She will share her personal journey and inspiration in
writing “The Brave Cyclist: A True Story of a Holocaust Hero. Program is for
ages 8 & up. Register at www.whiteplainslibrary.org
Wainwright House, 260 Stuyvesant Ave., Rye will offer Chakra Sound
Bath Meditation with Gary Posner, Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. & 6:30
p.m. $30 and Let’s Dance: Ballroom Dance Lessons with Elin
Waterston, Feb. 11 (Salsa & Cha Cha) and Mar. 11 (Swing),
6:30-8 p.m. No previous dance experience necessary and all levels are welcome.
$35-$130. For additional information and to register go to www.wainwright.org
Harry Potter: A Forbidden
Forest Experience is at FDR State Park, 2959 Crompond Rd., Yorktown Heights
thru Oct. 22, 2023. This outdoor
interactive event is for all ages. It is a nighttime woodland trail experience
filled with magical creatures and wizarding wonders from the Harry Potter ™ and
Fantastic Beasts ™ films. Set in a beautiful woodland, this experience has been
brought to life by award-winning theatrical designers and experiential creators.
Limited availability in Dec. & Jan. Tickets for ages 16+are $46 + booking
fee; ages 5-15 are $35 + booking fee. Parking if booked online is $8; $10 if
purchased on site. Admission includes standard entry to the forest trail
inspired by the wizarding world + access to the Village where you can find
magical food and drink to add to your experience. For tickets go to https://www.stubhub.com/harry-potter-a-forbidden-forest-experience-westchester-tickets
Katonah Museum of Art at 34 Jay St. is presenting Creative
Community Fri., Jan. 20. Gather for creative fun on the 3rd
Friday of each month. Programs include Stroller Tours, 9:30-10:30 a.m.; Artful
Families, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. and Senior Socials, 1-2 p.m. Free with Museum admission--$12
adults; $6 seniors and students; free for members and children under 12.
Registration is required. For information on these programs and to register, go
to www.katonahmuseum.org
Jazz Forum Arts, 1
Dixon La., Tarrytown will present the Mike LeDonne Organ Quintet--Vincent
Herring, Eric Alexander, Dave Stryker, Fri. & Sat., Jan. 20 & 21, 7
& 9:30 p.m. $30-$35; Buster Williams & Something More, Fri. &
Sat., Jan. 27 & 28, 7 & 9:30 p.m. $30-$35; Aimée Allen, Sun.,
Jan. 29, 4 & 6 p.m. $15-$20. www.jazzforumarts.org.
The Emelin Theatre, 153 Library La., Mamaroneck will feature
Tortoise & Hare: Next Generation, Sat., Jan. 21, 11 a.m.& 2 p.m.
Show begins with Aesop’s fable of The Tortoise and the Hare and continues the
story that finds them 10 years down the road. Recommended for grades K-4. Tickets
are $19-$24; The Daily Show Writers Comedy Tour featuring Kat Radley, Randall
Otis, Matt Koff and Joe Op, Fri., Jan. 27 at 8 p.m. $35/$45. www.emelin.org
Tarrytown Music Hall, 13 Main St. will present Jazz is Dead: 25th Anniversary Celebrating the Grateful Dead, Thurs.,
Jan. 26, 8 p.m. $35-$58; “Chicago”: Teen Edition presented by
Clocktower Players, Fri. & Sat., Jan. 27 & 28, 7:30 p.m. $26
for adults; $22 students 18 & below; “There’s No Business Like Show
Business,” Teen Academy production, Sun., Jan. 29, 5 p.m. Showcasing
Academy students and Broadway performer. $29 adults; $18 for children under 18.
www.tarrytownmusichall.org.
Westchester Children’s Museum, 100 Playland Parkway, Rye
presents Museum Minis, every Wed., 11-11:30 a.m. Events are free with
museum admission which is $10 per person; $9 for seniors and free for children
under 1 and members. For additional information and registration go to www.discoverwcm.org.
The Westchester Chamber
Music Society will present concerts live and recorded Sun., Mar. 19 & Apr. 30 at 4 p.m. at Temple Emanu-El, 2125
Westchester Ave., Rye. The Amerigo Trio will perform Bach,
Jean Cras; Beethoven Mar. 19 and Apr. 30 will
feature the Horzsowski piano trio performing music of Shubert and Shostakovich.
$40 per concert. Remote viewing is $20 per household per concert. www.westchestermusicsociety.com
or call Isobel Perry at 914/967-4894
The Historic Jay Gardens at the Jay Heritage Center, 210
Boston Post Rd., Rye are open Sundays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Thursdays
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Closed on holidays. For additional information go to www.jayheritagecenter.org.
Exhibits
Mamaroneck Artists Guild, 1987 Palmer Ave., Larchmont will present a
Member Group Show: “Winter Gaze” thru
Sat., Jan. 28 and Portrait Party 2023, Sat.,
Jan. 21, 1-4 p.m. This event will
take place at Rye Arts Center, 51 Milton Rd. Bring supplies for your preferred
media to make portraits of your fellow artists and have fun together.
Refreshments will be provided. $15 for non-members of MAG or RAC. Gallery
hours: Tues.-Sat., 12-5 p.m. www.mamaroneckartstistsguild.org; 914/834-1117.
Rye Arts Center at 51 Milton Rd. will present a RAC Member
Exhibit on view thru Jan. 21. Explore the works
of hundreds of members who range from beginners to professionals and Artists of
the Night: Gothic Literature Scenes, Songs & Stories on view Sat., Jan.
28-Mar. 25. There will be an opening reception Sat., Jan. 28, 5-8
p.m. Exhibit is a multi-disciplinary showcase that explores the influence of
Gothic literature on mediums such as the
visual arts, storytelling, dance, music and our understanding of historical
items. Gallery hours: Mon., 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Tues.-Fri., 9 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sat.,
9 a.m.-3 p.m. www.ryeartscenter.org
CapaSpace, a photography-based education and exhibition
center at 2467 Quaker Church Rd., Yorktown, will present Empathy and
Empowerment: The Documentary Photography of José Alvarado Jr. thru Feb. 25. CapaSpace is a 21st century arts center that embraces
photography to draw a community together in common purpose and to strengthen
the bonds that exist between neighbors. Alvarado is NY based Puerto Rican
photographer. www.thecapaspace.org
The Greenwich Historical
Society, 47 Strickland Rd., Cos Cob is presenting Life & Art, the
Greenwich Paintings of John Henry Twachtman thru Jan. 22. Gallery hours: Wed.-Sun. 12-4 p.m.
www.greenwichhistoryorg
The Katonah Museum of Art,
134 Jay St. is presenting two exhibits honoring the work of Jerry Pinkney:
Tenacity & Resilience: The Art of Jerry Pinkney and A Sense of Community:
Celebrating Jerry Pinkney’s Legacy, thru
Jan. 22. Hours: Tues., Wed. & Fri., 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thurs. 1-8 p.m.
Admission: $10 adults; $6 seniors and students; free for members and children
under 12. Social www.katonahmuseum.org
The David Rockefeller
Creative Arts Center at Pocantico, 200 Lake Rd., Tarrytown, is presenting
its first exhibition in the gallery, Inspired Encounters: Women Artists and the
Legacies of Modern Art thru Mar. 19. The
exhibition is comprised of 43 artworks and pairs pieces by a dozen
groundbreaking women artists of the postwar period with new commissions of
contemporary art. Gallery hours: Wed., Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. and
Thurs., 3-7 p.m. All visitors must have a free timed-entry ticket prior to
visiting available at Inspired Encounters | Rockefeller Brothers Fund (rbf.org)
Pelham Art Center at
155 Fifth Ave. is displaying a new public art installation, “The Conversation
Sculpture” by Brooklyn artist Musa Hixson. It is a 9 ft. x 6 ft. x 6 ft. steel
sculpture that mimics a blooming flower with three seats enclosed in its frame.
The interactive piece intends to facilitate new connections and encourage
people to think differently about public space. The installation will be on
display thru June 20, 2023. www.pelhamartcenter.org