Fri., Jan. 23

  • DROP IN BASKETBALL. John F. Kennedy Magnet School gym, Olivia Street, Port Chester. Thru March. 6-8 p.m. Free. For young men aged 13-22. Offered by the Village of Port Chester Recreation Dept. and open to any young man wishing to learn and play the game of basketball. 914/939-2354.
  • A-SIDES 3RD ANNIVERSARY SHOW WITH JON CHATTMAN. Garcia's, 145 Westchester Ave., Port Chester. Ages 21 & over. Doors open at 6 p.m., show at 9 p.m. Features Dreamers, Ionia, Emily Angell, Nore Davis, Simon Cadel, comedian Carlos Gonzalez and the Noisy Tenants. $12 in advance; $15 at the door. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Music Conservatory of Westchester. www.thecapitoltheatre.com or www.ticketfly.com.
  • JOEY TOURI MEMORIAL DINNER. Knights of Columbus Hall, 327 Westchester Ave., Port Chester. 7 p.m., doors open at 6 p.m. This fundraiser will help the Touri family with Joey's final expenses, contribute to the Port Chester High School Baseball Booster Club and benefit the Butterfly Fund (Hanna's Helpers) to help find a cure for childhood cancer. Bread, salad, entrée buffet, soda. Cash bar for beer and wine will also be available. Many raffle baskets and a 50-50 prize. $25 per person, $15 per youth (12-20), $5 under 12. For reservations, call Chas Sacco at 914/907-4068.
  • CLADIES NIGHT. Clay Art Center, 40 Beech St., Port Chester. Every Friday, 7-9 p.m. No class Mar. 27, Apr. 3 or May 2. Ages 18 & over (proof required). BYOB. This is a one-time class for adults interested in learning to use the potter's wheel. Cladies Night is a great date night or girls' night out. Participants can have fun and get their hands dirty while learning the potter's wheel. $50 fee includes clay and firing. Registration closes 2 days before class. Find a full listing by logging on to www.clayartcenter.org.

    Sat., Jan. 24

  • CPR FRIENDS AND FAMILY (INFANT/CHILD). 900 King St., Rye Brook. 9-11 a.m. This 2-hour course covers obstructed airway and is suggested for parents and caregivers. This single-session program is designed for lay rescuers only and meets American Heart Association standards. $65. Register at 203/863-4277, 888/305-9253 or www.greenwichhospital.org.
  • SATURDAY DROP-IN CLAY CLASSES. Clay Art Center, 40 Beech St., Port Chester. Every Saturday. 2-4 p.m. No class Mar. 28 or Apr. 4. A fun afternoon for ages 5-99. Spend an afternoon with friends, family or just for you while exploring your inner artist in this fun and messy introduction to clay. Professional ceramic artists will guide featured weekly projects. Space is limited. Tickets, $25 for adults; $15 for children under 12, go on sale at the front desk 30 minutes prior to each session--first come, first served. There is also a $5 firing fee per piece. 914/937-2047.
  • POET ROBERT BURNS BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION. All Souls Parish, 55 Parkway Dr., Port Chester. 6:30 p.m. All Souls will celebrate the birthday of the great Scottish poet. There will be a bagpiper, Burns' address to the haggis, wonderful potluck fare and fellowship. All are invited.
  • COUGAR MAGNET. Garcia's, 145 Westchester Ave., Port Chester. Ages 21 & over. Doors open at 6 p.m., show at 9 p.m. Acoustic band. $10. www.thecapitoltheatre.com or www.ticketfly.com.

    Sun., Jan. 25

  • VENISON & GAME DINNER. Knights of Columbus Hall, 327 Westchester Ave., Port Chester. 5 p.m. Family style dinner: Italian cold cut & cheese antipasto, roasted hot peppers, assorted Italian breads & butter, sloppy bambies on potato rolls, scungilli salad, venison cutlets Milanese with lemon wedges, deep fried quail, rigatoni Bolognese, tossed garden salad, crispy roast duck, rabbit cacciatore with ziti, venison scaloppini marsala, rabbit & venison sausage scarpariello, trippa a la Romana, venison meatloaf, oven browned potatoes, mixed vegetables and cookie trays. $40 per person includes beer, wine & soda. Paid reservations for free raffle. Call Nate Casterella at 914/939-4651 or ncasterella@snet.net.

    Mon., Jan. 26

  • AFFORDABLE CARE ACT ASSISTANCE. Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library, 1 Haseco Ave., Port Chester. Every Monday. 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Representatives from Open Door Family Medical Centers will answer questions and register patrons for the new insurance. Assistance is available in both English and Spanish. Appointments recommended. Drop-in hours from 9 a.m.-noon and 1-5 p.m. 914/939-6710 x110.
  • TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY (TOPS). 900 King St., Rye Brook. Every Monday. 12:30-1:30 p.m. Through weight monitoring, mutual support and education about healthy lifestyle choices, TOPS members work to achieve and maintain a healthy weight. Sponsored by Community Health at Greenwich Hospital. Log on to www.tops.org or call 203/863-4444.

    Tues., Jan. 27

  • TOURING TUESDAY. Corpus Christi-Holy Rosary School, 135 S. Regent St., Port Chester. 9-11 a.m. Elementary schools throughout the Archdiocese of NY will host an archdiocesan-wide open house event, designed to introduce prospective families to the life-long benefits and value of a Catholic education. Also at Resurrection Grammar School, 116 Milton Rd., Rye. Touring Tuesday offers an exciting way to see Catholic schools in action and provide families with an opportunity to learn about the admissions process and meet with principals, faculty, other parents and students from Pre-K through grade 8. Reservations are required and can be made online at www.buildboldfutures.org or by calling 646/794-2885. For those who cannot attend, school tours can also be arranged by appointment by calling the hotline or making a reservation online.
  • BINGO. Corpus Christi-Holy Rosary School Cafeteria, 136 S. Regent St., Port Chester. Every Tuesday. Doors open at 5 p.m. Bingo begins at 6:45 p.m.

    Wed., Jan. 28

  • DEAD CENTER FT. TERRAPIN. Garcia's, 145 Westchester Ave., Port Chester. Ages 21 & over. Doors open at 6 p.m., show at 9 p.m. Terrapin is a jam band dedicated to playing an authentic mix of Grateful Dead and other vintage jam-centric music. $10. www.thecapitoltheatre.com or www.ticketfly.com.

    Thurs., Jan. 29

  • ORIGINAL WETLANDS DEADCENTER ALL-STARS. Garcia's, 145 Westchester Ave., Port Chester. Ages 21 & over. Doors open at 6 p.m., show at 9 p.m. Features members of Max Creek, NRPS, Hot Tuna and Zen Tricksters. $10. www.thecapitoltheatre.com or www.ticketfly.com.
  • ZUMBA. Posillipo Center, 32 Garibaldi Pl., Rye Brook. Every Thursday. 7:30-8:30 p.m. Instructor: Martha Oceguera, who also teaches at the Rye YMCA. Your first class is free. Classes will continue every Thursday. Come for a fun, exciting, high calorie-burning workout that feels like a party. Classes are open to the public and walk-ins are welcome. No dance experience required. Bring friends and meet new ones. For information, write to Martha Oceguera at zumba.w.martha@gmail.com.

    Fri., Jan. 30

  • ERICH COLLINS CAREY. Garcia's, 145 Westchester Ave., Port Chester. Ages 21 & over. Doors open at 6 p.m., show at 9 p.m. Also performing: The Van Burens. Collins is a roots and folk rock singer and composer. The Van Burens play funk to progressive rock to anything that fits the mood. $10-$15. www.thecapitoltheatre.com or www.ticketfly.com.

    Sat., Jan. 31

  • DEFENSIVE DRIVING COURSES. Port Chester High School Library, 1 Tamarack Rd., Port Chester. Today & Sat., Feb. 18. 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Hosted by Port Chester High School's Parent Teacher Student Association. Courses are presented by the Empire Safety Council and approved by the NYS DMV. A portion of the proceeds will support the work of the PTSA. Save 10% for 3 years on your auto insurance, reduce up to 4 points on your license and earn a free certificate and electronic reporting to the DMV. You must register in advance to participate, as class sizes will be limited. Send your name, address, phone number, e-mail address and choice of class (1/31 or 2/28) and a check ($50 for adults; $45 for students) payable to PCHS PTSA, 1 Tamarack Rd., Port Chester, NY 10573. A light breakfast and lunch will be provided, or you may bring your own. For information contact Michele O'Brien at 718/304-6208 or micheleobryan@hotmail.com.
  • THE B-52S. The Capitol Theatre, 149 Westchester Ave., Port Chester. Ages 18 & over. Doors open at 7 p.m., show at 8 p.m. $75, $55 & $35. www.thecapitoltheatre.com or www.ticketfly.com.
  • EVENINGS OF DANCE. Ballet des Amériques School & Company, 16 King St., Port Chester. Tonight, Feb. 28, Mar. 21 & Apr. 25. 7 p.m. Enjoy an evening of art and cuisine in Port Chester by taking in a performance at Ballet des Amériques. Make a reservation for dinner after the show at one of the many restaurants in Port Chester's Waterfront district. Suggested donation at the door: $20. RSVP to admin@balletdesameriques.com.
  • MUSIC AT THE MANSION. Crawford Park Mansion, 122 N. Ridge St., Rye Brook. 8 p.m. Singer songwriter Cosy Sheridan with guest Matt Nakoa will perform in this benefit concert to raise funds for Crawford Park. $20. www.musicatthemansion.org.

    Sun., Feb. 1

  • PORT CHESTER HIGH SCHOOL MARCHING BAND BOTTLE AND CAN COLLECTION. PCHS gym side of building on College Avenue, Port Chester. Today, Feb. 15, Mar. 1, 15, Apr. 5 & 19. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Additional dates will be listed in future issues. Aluminum soda or beer cans, plastic and glass beverage bottles eligible for deposit refund will be collected. Remember that water bottles carry the deposit, too. The collections underwrite band expenses throughout the year.

    For Kids

    Fri., Jan. 23

  • DON BOSCO FUN NIGHT. Corpus Christi Gym & Youth Center, South Regent Street, Port Chester. 7-9 p.m. Crafts, food, laughter, surprises. 7:30 p.m.: Special appearance by Paul the Magic Clown. Suggested donation: $5/child, $10/family.

    Wed., Jan. 28; Feb. 4, 11 & 25; Mar. 4, 11, 18
    & 25; Apr. 8, 15, 22 & 29 and May 6

  • TODDLER TIME. Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library, 1 Haseco Ave., Port Chester. 11 a.m. For ages 2-3. Parents and children will participate in fingerplays, songs, stories, musical instruments and other parent-child activities. Pre-registration is required by phone to 914/939-6710 x108 or in person.
  • Wed. Jan. 28; Feb. 4, 11 & 25; Mar. 4, 11, 18 & 25; Apr. 8, 15, 22 & 29 and May 6 or Thurs., Jan. 22 & 29, Feb. 5, 12 & 26; Mar. 5, 12 19 & 26; Apr. 9, 16, 23 & 30 and May 7
  • PRESCHOOLER STORYTIME. Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library, 1 Haseco Ave., Port Chester. 1:30 p.m. For ages 3-5. Children will listen to stories and participate in songs, fingerplays, movement and an occasional craft activity. Pre-registration is required by phone to 914/939-6710 x108 or in person.

    Tues., Feb. 10, Mar. 10, Apr. 7 & May 5

  • STORIES AND SONGS IN SPANISH. Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library, 1 Haseco Ave., Port Chester. 11 a.m. For ages 2-5. Children will participate in stories and songs in Spanish. Pre-registration required by phone to 914/939-6710 x108 or in person.

    For Seniors

    Wed., Jan. 28 & Feb. 4

  • EMPIRE CITY CASINO. Rye Brook Seniors. Bus leaves AJP at 10 a.m. and Yonkers at 4 p.m. Join your friends for a day at the Casino; lunch on your own. 20 person limit. $2; $4 for non-residents. Sign up at 939-7904.

    Every Tues. & Thurs.

  • FREE GENERAL FITNESS AND STRENGTH TRAINING. Rye Brook Seniors, Posillipo Center, 32 Garibaldi Pl., Rye Brook. 9:30 a.m. Free for Rye Brook Senior Center members; $2 for non-residents. Treat your body to an aerobic workout concentrating on building muscle mass and stronger bones. To register, call the Rye Brook Senior Center at 914/939-7904.

    Every Monday

  • ZUMBA. Port Chester Senior Community Center, 220 Grace Church St., Port Chester. 1-2 p.m. For information call 939-4975.

    Every other Monday

  • MUSIC SINGALONGS. Port Chester Senior Community Center, 220 Grace Church St., Port Chester. 1-2 p.m. For information call 939-4975.

    1st & 3rd Tuesday

  • TAI CHI. Port Chester Senior Community Center, 220 Grace Church St., Port Chester. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Instructor is Domingo Colon. Open to Port Chester seniors. 939-4975.

    Every Wed., Thurs. & Sat.

  • BINGO. Port Chester Senior Community Center, 220 Grace Church St., Port Chester. 1-3 p.m. For information call 939-4975.

    Every Friday

  • ART CLASSES. Port Chester Senior Community Center, 220 Grace Church St., Port Chester. 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. 939-4975.
  • MAH JONG CLASSES. Port Chester Senior Community Center, 220 Grace Church St., Port Chester. 1-2 p.m. 939-4975.