Nearby Events

Fri., June 7

THE NURSE IS IN. Hill House, Riverside. Today & June 21, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Free. A nurse is on site to take blood pressure readings and answer health questions. 203/863-4444.

PLAYLAND PARK OPEN. Playland Parkway, Rye. Today & June 14, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. p.m. Sat., June 8, 15, 22 & 29, 12-11 p.m.; Sun., June 9, 12-8 p.m.; June 16: 12-10 p.m. Father’s Day—Dads ride free; everyone else pays $20 for all day rides. 12:30-4 p.m.: School of Rock/Mamaroneck. Free concert with paid admission. Tues.-Thurs., June 11-13, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; June 18-20, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Fri., June 21 & 28, 12-11 p.m. Sat., June 22: Band Bed Rock Concert. 7:30 p.m. The original ‘80s and ‘90s hair band experience. Free with park admission. Sun., June 23 & 30, 12-10 p.m. Additional dates will be listed in upcoming issues. Parking is $10 on weekends and weekdays; $15 on holidays thru Sept. 3; $5 for senior citizens. Admission: $25 ride wristbands Westchester resident; $30 for non-residents; Junior ride wristbands (under 48” in height) $15 Westchester residents; $20 non-residents; non-rider spectators free for Westchester residents; $10 for non-residents. Parking is $10 weekdays and weekends; $15 holidays thru Sept. 3; $5 senior citizens. For information go to www.playlandpark.org.

LAUGHTER YOGA. Gilda’s Club Westchester, 80 Maple Ave., White Plains. Today & June 21, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Led by Vinodray Shah, MD, Certified laughter leader and retired surgeon. Sign up is required. 914/644-8844; www.gildasclubwestchester.org.

GREENWICH NEWCOMERS CELEBRATES 60^TH ANNIVERSARY. Greenwich Public Library, 101 W. Putnam Ave., Greenwich. 6:30-8:30 pm. An evening of art and Prosecco. View the current exhibit “Time and Place: Works on Paper” and enjoy drinks and hors d’oeuvres. $25 per person. Greeenwichnewcomers.org.

NY LIBERTY WNBA BASKETBALL. Westchester County Center, 198 Central Ave., White Plains. Today & Sun. Today: V. Washington Mystics at 7:30 p.m.; June 9: V. Las Vegas Aces at 3 p.m. Parking fees apply. For tickets go to liberty.wnba.com.

Sat., June 8

MORNING FARM CHORES. Muscoot Farm, Rte. 100, Somers. 8-9 a.m. A hands-on farming experience for kids and families. $6 per person; $20 for a family of four. Registration required. 914/864-7286.

CPR FRIENDS AND FAMILY (INFANT/CHILD). Greenwich Hospital, 5 Perryridge Rd., Greenwich. Today & June 22. 9-11 a.m. Covers obstructed airway. Suggested for parents and caregivers, this single-session program is designed for lay rescuers only and meets American Heart Association standards. $65. Register at 888/305-9253.

FREE COMMUNITY BARBECUE. Macy Park, Saw Mill River Road, Ardsley. 12-3 p.m. Rain or shine. Hosted by the Lower Hudson Valley Chapter of the NY Civil Liberties Union. Event is open to the public and will provide an opportunity for neighbors, activists, members of local community organizations and all who support civil rights and civil liberties to gather and celebrate the vital work they are doing. There will be much food (traditional barbecue and vegetarian fare), music and some relaxed discussions around issues of concern ranging from immigrant rights to voting rights to restorative justice. Seating will be available in a large covered pavilion with picnic tables that seat 8. Bring beach chairs and blankets if you prefer. 914/997-7479.

ST. PAUL’S CHURCH NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE EVENTS. 897 S. Columbus Ave., Tuckahoe. 1 p.m.: Allison C. Meier, a Brooklyn-based writer on the arts, history and nature explores the history of life and mortality in early New York, particularly related to how and where a person was interred. A crafts demonstration will recreate the practice of colonial gravestone. 2:30 p.m.: performance by Kathryn Jones on the 1830 Erben pipe organ.914/667-4116; www.nps.gov/sapa.

SECRETS OF WESTCHESTER COUNTY PARKS. Lenoir Preserve, 19 Dudley St., Yonkers. 1-2 p.m. A presentation featuring stories about the Westchester County Park system that very few people know. 914/968-5851.

TURTLE DAY. Trailside Nature Museum, Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Rtes. 35 & 121 S., Cross River. 1-2:30 p.m. Experience life as a herpetologist as you learn how to identify different types of turtles, where turtles like to live and how you can help record data as a citizen scientist. 914/864-7322.

WILDFLOWER AND PLANT WALK. Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary, Playland Park, Rye. 1-2:30 p.m. Learn to identify wildflowers, invasives and other plants at the sanctuary and visit the new pollinator garden in bloom. 914/967-8720.

VOLUNTEER WORK PROJECT: TRIMMING OVERGROWTH AT THE VISITORS CENTER. Marshlands Conservancy, Boston Post Road, Rye. 1-3 p.m. Great for service credit hours. Bring work gloves; all hand tools will be provided. 914/835-4466.

YOGA TEACHERS ASSOCIATION’S WORKSHOP. Club Fit, 584 N. State Rd., Briarcliff Manor. 1:30-4:30 p.m. Eternal Youth Through Yoga with Tao Porchon-Lynch. Register online at ytayoga.com. $65 for non-members; walk-in registration is $75.

NEW YORK STREETS HOME GAMES. Westchester County Center, 198 Central Ave., White Plains. Today, Sat., June 15, 29, Fri., July 5 & Sun., July 21. Today at 3 p.m. v Carolina Cobras; June 15 at 12 p.m. v Columbus Lions; June 29, July 25 & 21 at 7 p.m. June 29 v. Jacksonville Sharks; July 4 v Massachusetts Pirates and July 21 v Carolina Cobras. Tickets are available on Ticketmaster.com.

COPS VS KIDS CHARITY BASEBALL GAME FEATURING DWIGHT “DOC” GOODEN. Granite Knolls Sports + Recreation Complex, Stony Street, Mohegan Lake. 5 p.m. gates open, 6 p.m. opening ceremony, 9 p.m. event ends. Event raises funds for an expenses-paid week of retreat, counseling and respite at Camp Sunshine in Casco, Maine to benefit local families of children who have life-threatening diseases. Gooden will pitch a couple of innings for the kids’ team, the Yorktown 12U Sluggers 12 years and under travel baseball team who will play the Yorktown Police Department. Online donations are accepted at gofundme.com/yorktown2019.

Sun., June 9

FARMERS MARKET. Muscoot Farm, Rte. 100, Somers. Every Sunday thru October. 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Local farmers offer a variety of produce and food goods. 914/864-7282.

BICYCLE SUNDAYS. Westchester County Center, 198 Central Ave., White Plains. Sundays in June & September. No event Labor Day weekend. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. In the event of rain, the program will be cancelled. Bike, jog, ride, walk or skate the parkway from the County Center down to Scarsdale Road in Yonkers—a 13-mile round trip. There are various points of entry and exit along the road. Fee for parking at County Center. 914/995-4050.

DWELLINGS OF THE ENSLAVED AND FREED IN THE CITY AND TOWN OF RYE. Jay Heritage Center, 210 Boston Post Rd., Rye. 2 p.m. Free and open to the public. With Joseph McGill, Jr., founder of The Slave Dwelling Project, and historian Dr. Larry Spruill. Learn more about the places where enslaved men, women and children lived, worked, slept and died in the City and Town of Rye before and after emancipation. Study the original Jay Estate with special focus on the recent archaeological discovery of a Dutch brick building on the property by Prof. Eugene Boesch and a group of volunteers. There will also be a discussion of strategies for preserving and interpreting slave quarters at the Bush-Lyon Homestead in Port Chester which may be the oldest such structures in Westchester County.

TOUR OF THE MAIN HOUSE. Lasdon Park, Arboretum and Veterans Memorial, Route 35, Somers. 2-3 p.m. Learn the history of the park and the Lasdon family who previously owned the estate. Meet at the Shop at Lasdon. 914/864-7268.

SUMMER SEINING BY THE SOUND. Marshlands Conservancy, Boston Post Road, Rye. 2-3:30 p.m. Catch, study and release a variety of marine life in Rye’s Milton Harbor. Wear clothes that can get wet. 914/835-4466.

Mon., June 10

THE NURSE IS IN. Rye YMCA, 21 Locust Ave., Rye. Today, June 17 & 24. 9-11 a.m. and at Greenwich Library, 101 W. Putnam Ave., Greenwich. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Free. A nurse is on site to take blood pressure readings and answer health questions. 203/863-4444.

SELF-HYPNOSIS SKILLS FOR CANCER PATIENTS. Greenwich Hospital, 5 Perryridge Rd., Greenwich. Mondays, 3-4:30 p.m. Free. Learn from Kathleen Conway, APRN, a nurse and cancer counselor who has advanced training in hypnosis and is a clinical member of the American Society for Clinical Hypnosis. Initial consultation required. Register at 203/863-3704.

WEIGHT LOSS INFORMATIONAL SESSION. Greenwich Hospital, 5 Perryridge Rd., Greenwich. 5-6 p.m. Free. For people 60 lbs. or more overweight and concerned about developing obesity-related conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea and gastric reflux. At this seminar bariatric surgeons will discuss the criteria needed to qualify for surgery, the pros and cons of each procedure, the long-term health benefits and the post-operative counseling and support available from the Greenwich Hospital bariatric team. Register at 888/305-9253 or www.greenwichhospital.org/events.

MIND, BODY, FERTILITY YOGA. Greenwich Hospital, 38 Volunteer La., Greenwich. Every Monday, 5:30-7 p.m. and Wed., 6-7:30 p.m. Program is ongoing and is aimed at calming the body and mind for women trying to conceive. The class prepares the endocrine and reproductive systems to work as efficiently as possible. $25 drop-in fee per class. Register at 8888/357-2409 or go to greenwichhospital.org/event.

PRICING FOR PROFIT. TD Bank, 285 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains. 6-8 p.m. Free. Hosted by SCORE Westchester. A buffet dinner will be served courtesy of TD Bank. John Chester, SCORE Mentor and former Wall Street analyst, will discuss the numbers behind the right price for your products or services and why financial planning is critical for business success. Register at www.scorewestchester.com.

Tues., June 11

BE FIT MALL WALKS. The Westchester, Bloomingdale Road, White Plains. Enjoy some window-shopping as you keep in shape during Mall Walks at The Westchester in White Plains. The program offers indoor walking at Westchester’s premier mall on Tuesdays and Fridays, from 8 to 10 a.m. throughout the year. A special guest speaker is presented on the first Friday of each month providing information on health issues, safety and nutrition. The talk takes place at 9 a.m.at the Level One Nordstrom’s E-bar seating area. Admission and parking are free for all registered members of the mall walk program. To join, sign up at the Horse Fountain Plaza near Crate & Barrel on Retail Level Two, on Tuesday and Friday mornings during the program. 914/231-4645; www.westchestergov.com/mall-walking.

OX RIDGE CHARITY HORSE SHOW. Ox Ridge Riding & Racquet Club, 512 Middlesex Rd., Darien., Ct. Today-Sun. Today 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. Features top riders from around the world competing in a range of hunter/jumper, equitation classes including a Hunter Derby and Grand Prix. For complete details log on to www.oxridge.com/june-charity-horse-show.html.

NEW MOM? Online, Tuesdays, 9-10 a.m. Bring your bundle of joy with you, join others and begin the process of understanding and navigating your new life. Facilitated by Mary Karlan, CSW and offered by JFS of Greenwich. 203/622-1881.

THE NURSE IS IN. Greenwich Hospital, 5 Perryridge Rd., Greenwich. Today, June 18 & 25. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. and at Perrot Library, 12:15-1:15 p.m. Free. A nurse is on site to take blood pressure readings and answer health questions. 203/863-4444.

WESTCHESTER PARKS FOUNDATION ANNUAL GOLF CLASSIC. Westchester Hills Golf Club, 401 Ridgeway Ave., White Plains. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. A day of golfing, a cocktail reception, dinner and an auction featuring sports memorabilia, additional foursomes, sporting event and more. For tickets go to thewpf.org.

MUSIC AND MEDITATION. Greenwich Hospital Chapel, 5 Perryridge Rd., Greenwich. Tuesdays 12:45-1:15 p.m. No meditation. A free weekly journey into deep relaxation using crystal singing bowls, flute, guitar and guided imagery. Walk-ins welcome. 203/863-4444.

PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP. Eastern Greenwich Civic Center, 90 Harding Rd., Old Greenwich. Free. Today, 18 & 25. 1 p.m. June 11: Adult CPR, Heimlich demonstration sith Laurie Pensiero, AEMT. June 18: Exercise with Miriam Shaw, RPT; caregiver support. June 25: Learn and Share: Tips for Everyday Living. 203/863-4444.

FRACTURED FAMILIES, HEALING HEARTS. Jewish Family Services of Greenwich, 1 Holly Hill La., Greenwich. Tuesdays, 1-2 p.m. This group is designed to give participants an opportunity to talk about strained family relationships—whether with a parent, a sibling, a grandparent, a son or a daughter. This group will help you explore your issues of grief, anger, regret and forgiveness in a safe environment with other people who understand. Register at 203/622-1881 or email [email protected].

HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE AND YOUR LIFESTYLE. Greenwich Hospital, 5 Perryridge Rd., Greenwich. 6-7 p.m. Free. Robert Stark, MD, a cardiologist will discuss how people with dangerously high blood pressure levels don’t realize they are at risk. Learn about the importance of knowing your blood pressure status and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Register at 888/305-9253 or greenwichhospital.org/events.

AFTER-THE-DIVORCE SUPPORT GROUP. Jewish Family Services of Greenwich, 1 Holly Hill La., Greenwich. Tuesdays, 6-7:15 p.m. Facilitated by Barbara Lehrman, LCSW. Group will provide a confidential space to reflect on the life you are living and the life you would like to live. It will be an opportunity to grow, develop and learn from others. 203/622-1881.

Wed., June 12

HIKE TO THE OLD CROTON AQUADUCT KEEPER’S HOUSE. Lenoir Preserve, 19 Dudley St., Yonkers. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. A 4-mile round trip hike along this linear state park to get the inside scoop on the history of the property and the keeper’s house. Meet at the preserve. 914/968-5851.

ITSY BITSY PLAY GROUP. Temple Sholom, 300 E. Putnam Ave., Greenwich. Today, June 19 & 26. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free. For parents and children under 2 years of age. Connect with other parents over the joys and bumps of parenthood while engaging your infant/toddler in a group setting with music, motor play and story time. 203/622-8121 or www.templesholom.com.

SOUND MEDITATION. Greenwich Hospital Chapel, 5 Perryridge Rd., Greenwich. Every Wednesday. 12-12:30 p.m. Free. A weekly sound meditation group using the healing vibrations of the gong and flute. Walk-ins welcome. Greenwichhospital.org/events.

LETTING GO OF YOUR BUSINESS. SCORE Westchester, 120 Bloomingdale Rd., White Plains. 1-3 p.m. Free. This workshop will educate owners of small businesses how to begin the process of an exit strategy. Workshop highlights the key role that proper business valuation plays in both succession and retirement planning. It will provide a framework to liquidate the investment you have made in building your business. Register at www.scorewestchester.com.

STRATEGIES FOR RUNNING A SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS Westchester Community College, 75 Grasslands Rd., Valhalla. Tonight & June 19. 6-8 p.m. Free. Developing Your Leadership Skills. A discussion of the process to develop your leadership skills into a system that invigorates growth in others from operating with the solution rather than manage the problem. Outcomes lead to higher retention, productivity, efficiency and profitability. June 19: Building a Highly Engaged Team. Explore what it means to be engaged and how leaders encourage, nurture and maintain employee engagement through creating purpose. $25 + $13 registration fee for individual workshop. Register at 914/606-6830 and press 1.

WNBA BASKETBALL: NY LIBERTY V MINNESOTA LYNX. Westchester County Center, 198 Central Ave., White Plains. 7 p.m. Tickets at ticketmaster.com. Parking fees apply. 914/995-4050.

Thurs., June 13

THE NURSE IS IN. Greenwich Hospital’s Auxiliary Thrift Shop, 199 Hamilton Ave., Greenwich.  Today, June 20 & 27 9-11 a.m. and at the YWCA of Greenwich today, 1:45-2:45 p.m. Free. A nurse is on site to take blood pressure readings and answer health questions. 203/863-4444.

3D ARCHERY COURSE. Blue Mountain Sportsman Center, 183 Watch Hill Rd., Cortlandt Manor. Thurs. & Fri., 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. and federal holidays that fall on Mon., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The 3-D archery course is a walking path through the woods with 14 shooting stations and targets along the way. No children under 12 are permitted, and children 12 & over must have proof of age. No dogs allowed. Fees: $12 per round with County Park Pass; $15 per round without pass. www.westchestergov.com/parks or 914/862-5280.

NUTRITION AND WEIGHT MANAGEMENT FOR EVERYDAY LIVING. Greenwich Hospital, 5 Perryridge Rd., Greenwich. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Features a panel of experts. A light dinner and refreshments will be served. Register at 888/357-2409 or greenwichhospital.org/events.

AWAKENING TO YOU: EMBODYING SHAMANIC WISDOM. Wainwright House, 260 Stuyvesant Ave., Rye. 7-9 p.m. Experience yoga poses, guided shamanic journeying and reflection exee4rcises to move beyond your conditioned mind, overcome fears and awaken to your authentic self. $60 non-members. Registration required. www.wainwright.org/events/yoga-lab-awakening-to-you-shamanic-wisdom.

Fri., June 14

BE FIT MALL WALKS. The Westchester, Bloomingdale Road, White Plains. Enjoy some window-shopping as you keep in shape during Mall Walks at The Westchester in White Plains. The program offers indoor health walking at Westchester’s premier mall on Tuesdays and Fridays, from 8 to 10 a.m. throughout the year. A special guest speaker is presented on the first Friday of each month providing information on health issues, safety and nutrition. To join, sign up at the Horse Fountain Plaza near Crate & Barrel on Retail Level Two, on Tuesday and Friday mornings during the program. Go to westchestergov.com/parks or call (914) 231-4645.Admission and parking are free for all registered members of the mall walk program. To join, sign up at the horse fountain plaza near Crate & Barrel on Retail Level Two, on Tuesday and Friday mornings during the program. 914/231-4645; www.westchestergov.com/mall-walking.

Sat., June 15

DUGOUT CANOE MAKING. Lenoir Preserve, 19 Dudley St., Yonkers. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Help make a dugout canoe using the traditional fire burning method for an exhibit in the nature center. 914/968-5851.

VOLUNTEER WORK PROJECT: CLEARING TIDAL TRASH. Marshlands Conservancy, Boston Post Road, Rye. 1-3 p.m. Great for service credit hours. Bring work gloves; all hand tools will be provided. 914/835-4466.

Sun., June 16

FARMERS MARKET. Muscoot Farm, Rte. 100, Somers. Every Sunday thru October. 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Local farmers offer a variety of produce and food goods. 1-3 p.m.: Dairy Day. Celebrate Dairy Month with milking demonstrations, crafts and taste tests. Muscoot’s 4-H will be on hand to answer questions. 914/864-7282.

BICYCLE SUNDAYS. Westchester County Center, 198 Central Ave., White Plains. Sundays in June & September. No event Labor Day weekend. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. In the event of rain, the program will be cancelled. Bike, jog, ride, walk or skate the parkway from the County Center down to Scarsdale Road in Yonkers—a 13-mile round trip. There are various points of entry and exit along the road. Fee for parking at County Center. 914/995-4050.

Upcoming

Tues., June 18

COFFEE WITH THE ARCHIVIST. Greenwich Historical Society, 47 Strickland Rd., Cos Cob. 10 a.m. Join Curator of Library and Archives Christopher Shields for an inside look at the diverse collection used to answer questions about family history, land use, historic structures, interesting Greenwich residents and more. Also get a behind-the-scenes view of the new collections storage space. Afterwards connect with friends in the Artists’ Café and Museum Store. $10 for non-members. www.greenwichhistory.org; 203/869-6899.

THE SCOPE OF PALLIATIVE CARE. Greenwich Hospital, 5 Perryridge Rd., Greenwich. 12-1:30 p.m. Free. Lecture by Alberta Alickaj, MD, palliative care specialist. Hear about the approach taken by a palliative care team and the range of services available for patients with chronic conditions. Register at 888/305-9253 or greenwichhospital.org/events.

GARDENING WITH GAIL. Gilda’s Club Westchester, 80 Maple Ave., White Plains. 1-2:30 p.m. Bring a small planter and Gail will supply the flowers, dirt and expertise. Space is limited; preference will be given to those who never attended before. Register at 914/644-8844 or www.gildasclubwestchester.org.

CPR FRIENDS AND FAMILY (INFANT/CHILD). Greenwich Hospital, 5 Perryridge Rd., Greenwich. 6-9 p.m. Covers obstructed airway. Suggested for parents and caregivers, this single-session program is designed for lay rescuers only and meets American Heart Association standards. $65. Register at 888/305-9253.

Sun., June 23

9^TH ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF LIFE BUTTERFLY RELEASE. Wainwright House, 260 Stuyvesant Ave., Rye. 1-2:30 p.m. Rain or shine. Hosted by Hospice of Westchester, event will give community members the opportunity to honor the lives of loved ones who have died. All are invited to purchase butterflies in memory of their loved ones and attend the event to participate in the release. Event will include activities for children (stories, crafts, games), videos on the Monarch butterfly, a memorial service and the butterfly release. Butterflies are available for purchase until June 14 at $20 each; they will not be available for purchase on the day of the event. To order butterflies or to make a reservation call 914/682-1484 ext. 130.

HISTORY ON WHEELS. Tod’s Point, 99 Tod’s Driftway, Old Greenwich. 1-2:15 p.m. Free. As part of the annual Experience the Sound event, hop on two wheels for a historical bike ride around Tod’s Point sponsored by the Greenwich Point Conservancy. Stop to hear stories, take a closer look at the ruins of Tod’s mansion and see vintage photos. Bring your own bike, helmet and water. Recommended for ages 8 & up. All children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Sign up at www.greenwichhistory.org.

For Kids

Sun., June 9

JR. CHEF EXPERIENCE. Savor Westchester, Level 4, White Plains. For ages 5-12. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Little cooks will spend the morning having fun with food as they enjoy hands-on cooking activities, photos with Nickelodeon characters, samples of kid-friendly food and demos by cooking pros (all kids themselves). All junior chefs will receive a complimentary chef’s hat and apron. $25 per child. Tickets will not be sold at the door. Westchestermagazine.com/winefood.

Tues., June 11 & 18

JCC PRESCHOOL FOR BLOOMING BABIES. Greenwich Reform Synagogue, 92 Orchard St., Cos Cob. 9:30-10:30 a.m. For children from 6 months-2 years. With JCC Preschool Director Sarah Gregoire, your little one will have fun exploring, playing and socializing with other babies and toddlers. $10 per class; $25 for three classes. RSVP to 203/487-0944.

Wed., June 12

“THE ADVENTURES OF TOM SAWYER” FALL JELLYBEANS REGISTRATION. Random Farms Kids’ Theater, 77 Executive Blvd., Elmsford. 8 p.m. For grades K-3. Rehearsals will take place early Sept. thru early Dec. Performances will be in early Dec. www.randomfarms.com.

Sundays

FAMILY GALLERY TOURS. Bruce Museum, 1 M-useum Dr., Greenwich. 11:30-12:15 p.m. This tour takes children 5 and up, and their caregivers, through the museum’s current exhibitions. While learning about the different exhibitions, families will be able to engage in conversations about the arts and sciences plus do interactives activities relating to the exhibitions. Free with admission to the Museum: $10; $8 for students ages 5-20 with ID; free for children under 5. www.brucemuseum.org.

Tuesdays

BRUCE BEGINNINGS. Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Dr., Greenwich. 11-11:45 a.m. or 1-1:45 p.m. For children ages 2-5 with caregiver. Bruce Beginnings takes youngest visitors through the museum and gets them exploring the collection. Children will also get to hear a story time and do a hands-on activity related to the program’s topic. Advance registration required. Free with museum admission

STORYTIME TUESDAYS. Muscoot Farm, Rte. 100, Somers. 1-1:30 p.m. Youngsters and their adults can enjoy stories every week at the farm. 914/864-7282.

Wednesdays

TODDLER TALES. Stepping Stones Museum for Children, 303 West Ave., Norwalk. Children join in an interactive storytime through song and movement followed by an art project. 10:30 a.m. open to all. 11 a.m. Cuentos para Ninos (Toddler Tales in Spanish). Unlimited participation for all ages. Free with museum admission--$15 for adults and children; $10 for seniors and free for children under 1. www.steppingstonesmuseum.org.

Thursdays

MUSEUM MINIS. Westchester Children’s Museum, Playland Park, Rye. 10:30-11 a.m. Toddlers 18-24 months and parents/caregivers are invited for songs, moving and plenty of fun. Meet up in Toddler Beach for social play, muscle and brain builders, tumbling and jumping, music and instruments, dancing and story time. Group size is limited—first come, first served. Included with Museum admission--$7.50 per person; $6.50 for seniors; free for children under 1. 914/421-5050.

Saturdays

MULTIGREES. Stepping Stones Museum for Children, 303 West Ave., Norwalk. 10:30-11:15 a.m. Enjoy a special canine storytime and discussion. Visit with a shelter dog as you learn about social and emotional skills. Shelter dogs courtesy of P.A.W.S. $15 for adults and children; $10 for seniors; free for children under 1. www.steppingstonesmuseum.org.

Camps

KIDS CAMP DAYS: I AM A SUPERHERO. Gilda’s Club Westchester, 80 Maple Ave., White Plains. Aug. 12-15, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. A special week for children whose lives have been touched by cancer in any way. Monday: Making of a Superhero. Tuesday: Where is My Super Suite? (costume design); Wednesday: Superhero Stories (book making); Thursday: Superfoods for Superheroes (cooking). Space is very limited. Register at 914/644-1844, x104.

SUMMER CAMP AT THE PICTURE HOUSE. 175 Wolfs La., Pelham. Around the World of Filmmaking. Ages 4-7. Aug. 12-16, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. A fun exploration of film for the youngest students. Kids are invited to learn about all aspects of filmmaking in a relaxed and positive environment. Students will begin the week with a reading of “Young Charlotte, Filmmaker” for inspiration and continue with exercises in improv, acting, camera technique and storytelling. Daily screenings of animated short films from around the world will allow students to experience different cultures through the art of film. $250; $275 after July 1. High School Intensive-Documentary Filmmaking. High school students. Aug. 12-16, 1-4 p.m. Camp takes place at the Satellite Film Lab, 253 Wolfs La. Students will explore meaningful topics and important social issues while learning all aspects of documentary filmmaking. $500; $525 after July 1. Steam into Green Screen. Satellite Film Lab, 253 Wolfs La., Aug. 19-23, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. for grades 3-5 and 1-4 p.m. grades 6-8. This camp is designed with special effects in mind. Students will create their own adventure stories with special effects and graphics. $250; $275 after July 1. Page to Screen with Pelham Public Library’s ‘Pelham Reads.’ Aug. 26-30. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Grades K-2 & 3-5. A short, age-appropriate script will be adapted from the original story. Kids in grades 3-5 will take on the leading roles, while kids in grades K-2 will fill out the supporting cast. $250; $275 after July 1. www.thepicturehouse.org.

ART AND HISTORY CAMP. Greenwich Historical Society, 47 Strickland Rd., Cos Cob. July 8-19 for grades 5-8; July 22-Aug. 2 for grades 2-4. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. For information call 203/869-8899.

WPPAC SUMMER THEATRE CAMP. White Plains Performing Arts Center, 11 City Pl., White Plains. Various programs beginning June 27. Along with sessions working on “The Lion King Jr.” and “Aladdin Kids,” WPPAC will be one of the first theatres to present “Frozen Jr.,” the one-hour version of the hit Broadway show. Three-, two- and one-week sessions are available for various age groups. Tuition is based on the length of the program. To register or for additional information, go to wppac.com/education.

TARRYTOWN MUSIC HALL ACADEMY SUMMER PROGRAMS. Tarrytown Music Hall, 13 Main St., Tarrytown. Bilingual Summer Workshop—El Rio (The River). June 24-28. For grades 5-8. 12:30-5:30 p.m. Explore theater through movement, music and Spanish verse. $420. Dance Day. July 1. Grades 3-6. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. No dance experience needed, just a desire to get up on your feet and find out what your body can do. $85. Improv Day. July 2. Grades 5-8. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Learn the joy of thinking on y our feet. $85. Shakespeare Day. July 3. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Grades 7-12. Academy Director Peter Royston leads kids in exploring the work of Shakespeare. Learn about stage combat, magic and the mysterious beautiful world of Shakespeare’s theater. No experience necessary. $85. Disney’s Frozen Jr. July 8-19. Grades 2-8. $840. Disney’s The Lion King. Aug. 5-9. Grades 2-5. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $420. Circus Week. Aug. 12-16. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Grades K-12. $420. Adventure Week. Aug. 19-23. Grades 2-5. Monkey King Rocks. 1-5 p.m. $280. Adventure Week: Greek Myths Come to Life! Grades 5-8. Aug. 19-23. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. $280. www.tarrytownmusichall.org.

JUNE BUGS. Rye Nature Center, 873 Boston Post Rd., Rye. June 10-14, 17-21 and 24-28. Mornings 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (children should bring a hearty, healthy lunch in a reusable bag) or afternoons 1-4 p.m. (Children should eat lunch prior to coming to the program.) For preschoolers and kindergartners. Children ages 3.5 -6 will connect with nature through outdoor activities, arts and crafts, games and hands-on ecology lessons. They will spend time on the trails and get to know the menagerie of animals. With the indoor space available the program will run rain or shine. To register go to www.ryenaturecenter.org.

SUMMER CAMP. Rye Nature Center, 873 Boston Post Rd., Rye. July 1-5 (no camp July 4); 8-12; 15-19; 22-26; 29-Aug. 2 and 5-9. Camp provides adventure and ecological exploration for preschool-7^th grade. Must be at least 3.5 years of age to attend. Week 1: Scales & Tales; Week 2: Tracks & Bones; Week 3: Eco-Engineers; Week 4: Back country Bush Craft; Week 5: Small Bugs, Big Power; Week 6: Wacky Weather. For fees and to register go to ryenaturecenter.org.

PADDLE ADVENTURE CAMP. Rye Nature Center, 873 Boston Post Rd., Rye. July 1-5 (no camp July 4); 8-12; 15-19; 22-26; 29-Aug. 2; 5-9 and 12-17. Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. For campers entering 8, 9 or 10^th grade in the fall. This all levels camp is designed to introduce campers to the joys of kayaking throughout Westchester County. Goal is for participants to build paddling skills, confidence and an appreciation for the beautiful area where we live while maintaining a safe, exciting and fun atmosphere. $575 per session. Register at www.ryenaturecenter.org or 914/967-5150.

MUSCOOT FARM’S YOUNG FARMERS. Rte. 100, Somers. For children in grades 1-8. Provides a unique experience that teaches children what life on a farm was like in the early 1900s in Westchester County. Plus there’s a Wranglers Camp for 4 & 5-year-olds. Programs are held in 1-week sessions in July & August. For information go to parks.westchestergov.com.

SUMMER NATURE CAMPS. Cranberry Lake Preserve in N. White Plains, Lenoir Preserve in Yonkers, Trailside Nature Museum in Cross River and Marshlands Conservancy and Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary, both in Rye. For children in grades 1-12. Program focuses on weekly themes to teach about animals, insects and plants. Sessions are offered in July and August. For registration and information go to parks.westchestergov.com.

SLAM DUNK BASKETBALL CAMP. Westchester County Center, 198 Central Ave., White Plains. For kids in grades 3-8 as of Sept. 2019 who can hit the boards during one-week sessions in July. Players learn skills with emphasis on skill development, game knowledge and cooperative learning. For registration and information go to parks.westchestergov.com.

SUMMER MUSIC CENTER. Westchester County Center, 198 Central Ave., White Plains. Six-week session runs July 1-Aug. 9 for children entering grades 4-12 as of Sept. 2019. Participants receive instruction in band and orchestral instruments, as well as keyboard, guitar and recorder. For information and registration go to parks.westchestergov.com.

PERFECT PITCH AND SWING BASEBALL CAMP. V.E. Macy Park, Ardsley. For children ages 8-12. Provides training that uses unique and innovative methods, combining traditional baseball skills with disciplines from other sports. Daily schedule includes drills, hitting, throwing/pitching and games. Cam dates to be announced. For registration and information go to parks.westchestergov.com.

HOLE-IN-ONE JUNIOR GOLF CAMP. Various GolfWestchester golf courses. For kids ages 10-17. Camp dates to be announced. For information go to parks.westchestergov.com.

For Seniors

Thurs., June 13

SPRYE ANNUAL MEMBER PICNIC. Rye Town Park Pavilion, 95 Dearborn Ave., Rye. 5-7 p.m. 914/481-5706; www.sprye.org.

Tuesdays & Thursdays

TAI JI QUAN. YWCA White Plains & Central Westchester, 515 North St., White Plains. 9:30-10:30 a.m. Practice and eventual mastery of 7 individual Tai Ji Quan forms adapted from traditional Chinese forms to enhance balance, strength, stability and ease of movement. 10-week session is $225 for non-members. For additional information call Angela Katz at 914/949-6227 ext. 208 or send an email to [email protected].

Every Tuesday

TUESDAY MATINEES. The Picture House, 175 Wolfs Lane, Pelham. 2:30 p.m. Seniors are free at 2:30 p.m. matinees. For film schedule log on to www.thepicturehouse.org or call 914/738-7337.

Every Tues., Thurs. & Fri.

LIMBERCISE & ZUMBA. Wainwright House, 260 Stuyvesant Ave., Rye. 1 p.m. Free. Tues. & Thurs.: 45-minute Limbercise. Fri.: Zumba. Under the guidance of a certified Rye YMCA instructor. Register at 914/967-6363.

Every Wednesday

SENIOR WEDNESDAYS. City Center 15: Cinema de Lux, White Plains. This program provides patrons with a chance to catch new movies at a price that can’t be beat. Tickets are $6.50 for ages 60 & up for all shows plus $3.50 for popcorn and soda. For additional information, log on to www.nationalamusements.com.

First Tuesday of each month

OUR PLACE MEMORY CAFÉ. North Street Tavern & Wood Fired Pizza, 1128 North St., White Plains. 2-4 p.m. Thru April except for November when it will be on the first Wednesday. Hosted by The Bristal Assisted Living for residents in Westchester suffering from dementia, Alzheimer’s Disease and other memory loss as well as their family members and caregivers. Light refreshments and entertainment will be provided in a support group atmosphere. For information call The Bristal at 914/681-1800.