Veterans Day will be observed Thurs., Nov. 11. It is a federal holiday in the U.S observed annually on Nov. 11 to honor military veterans--those who have served in the U. S. Armed Forces. Originally known as Armistice Day, it commemorated the end of World War I when an armistice was signed on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918. Port Chester and Blind Brook schools will be closed as will government offices in the Town of Rye and the Villages of Rye Brook and Port Chester, most banks, the Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library and the post office; there will be no mail delivery. In Port Chester there is no change in garbage collection this week. In Rye Brook Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. collections will remain the same. Wed. recycling will be collected Tues.; Thurs. garbage, bulk & recycling will be collected Wed. No green waste collection this week.
Bulk pickup dates in Port Chester are Nov. 17, Dec. 1 & 15.
The King Street School PTA will present their Annual Tag Sale Sat., Nov. 6, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. on the blacktop at the school, 697 King St., Port Chester.
Rye Brook Recreation is offering a Youth Flag Football program Sat., Nov. 6-Dec. 18 at 1 p.m. outdoors at the Rye Brook Athletic Field on Saturdays and/or Sundays. The first week of the program is 4th-6th graders at 1 p.m.,7th-9th graders at 2:15 p.m. and 10th-12th graders at 3:30 p.m. (boys and girls). Nov. 6 will be a pick-up game format, and teams will be made prior to the next week along with schedules. Players must wear masks and gloves at all times. $100. Sign up at https://register.capturepoint.com/reg/login.cfm?cuBMBPnClZwtomy3Erh3n%2B7frhNPXoxk9V2eh8RZkO%2BWj9UZiY3p8g%3D%3D
Veterans Luncheon: Father John M. Grady Council #503 of the Knights of Columbus, 327 Westchester Ave., Port Chester will host a Thank You Luncheon for veterans and their families Sat., Nov. 6 at 12 noon. All military veterans and their families are invited. Menu: bread & butter, tossed garden salad, BBQ chicken, stuffed shells, Portuguese shrimp. The meal is free and is being prepared by local Girl Scouts. To make a reservation, please contact Chas Sacco at 914/907-4068 or [email protected]
Please gather at the council flagpole at 12 noon.
The local Veterans Day commemoration will take place Sun., Nov. 7 at 11 a.m. at Veterans’ Memorial Park on the top of Westchester Avenue, Port Chester.
A Free Food/Mobile Food Pantry will be held at Drew Gardens, 10-22 Drew St., Port Chester Sat., Nov. 13 at 10 a.m. The pantry makes food more accessible in underserved neighborhoods where people may not be able to access food through traditional grocery stores or food pantries. CDC guidelines will be followed to ensure community safety. Everyone must bring their own reusable bag.
Music in the Mansion at Crawford Park in Rye Brook will take place Sat., Nov. 13 featuring Hubby Jenkins with guest Ian Polanco. Doors open at 7 p.m., show at 8 p.m. Tickets are $25 in advance; $30 at the door. Refreshments will be available, including beer and wine. www.musicatthemansion.org or email [email protected].
A Pink Challah Bake in support of Sharsheret, a breast cancer organization, will take place Sun., Nov. 14 at K.T.I., 575 King St. Port Chester. Register by email to [email protected].
Health Insurance Navigation Help, offered by the Westchester County Department of Health, is being offered at the Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library Tuesdays, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. by appointment only. Free. Questions and requests will be kept confidential. To make an appointment, call 914/995-6350 or email [email protected].
Clay Art Center, 40 Beech St., Port Chester is presenting Saturday Clay for ages 6+ Sat., Nov. 6 & 20 and Dec. 4, 11 & 18, 2-4 p.m. Dec. 4 & 11 will feature ornament making. No experience necessary. $25 per person and Family Wheel Night for ages 10+ Sat., Nov. 6, 20, Dec. 4 & 18, 6-8 p.m. Have fun with the whole family in this one-time class for parents, kids, tweens and teens interested in learning to use the potter’s wheel. Parent/guardian must register for the class. $45 per person and Maker Nights on Friday evenings from 7-9 p.m. Teachers will show you how to make something on the wheel that will be glazed and fired for you to take home at a later date. www.clayartcenter.org.
The Capitol Theater, 149 Westchester Ave., Port Chester, will feature Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats Sat., Nov. 6. $59.50 & $69.50; Cheap Trick Sun., Nov. 7, $54/50 & $104.50; Steely Dan Absolutely Normal Tour ’21, Tues. & Wed., Nov. 9 & 10. Tickets start at $131.50; Little Feat: By Request Tour with Special Guest Jack Broadbent, Thurs., Nov. 11: $45-$255; Dark Star Orchestra, Fri. & Sat., Nov 12 & 13. $35-$49.50. Doors open at 6:30, show at 8 p.m. unless noted otherwise. Ages 18+ unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Children under 12 years of age are not permitted. For tickets and show information, go to www.thecapitoltheater.com.
All shows at The Capitol Theatre and Garcia’s in Port Chester during the pandemic were canceled or postponed. Following is the current information from The Capitol:
Rescheduled shows:; Nov. 17: Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening; Nov. 19: Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit; Nov. 21: Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons; Nov. 22: Joe Bonamassa; Nov. 23 & 24: Bob Dylan; Nov. 26 & 27: Twiddle Friendsgiving; Dec. 1: Chris Isaak Holiday Tour; Dec. 3: Victory the Podcast Live!; Dec. 4: Hot Tuna Acoustic; Dec. 10 & 11: moe; Jan. 21: Almost Queen; Jan. 28: David Bromberg Big Band; Feb. 26: Steve Vai Inviolate Tour; Mar. 31-Apr. 2: Disco Biscuits; Apr. 8: Mt. Joy 2022; Apr. 9: The Beach Boys; Apr. 10: Bela Fleck & the Fleckstones. Apr. 29: Nate Bargatze.
Yet to be rescheduled: Rival Sons, Ripe. Canceled shows: Lake Street Drive, Bombay Bicycle Club, Michael Franti, Sunrise Day Camp Benefit, Billy Strings, Saving Grace and The Fab Faux. Refund at point of purchase. Original tickets will be honored on the new date and tickets for all performances can be purchased at www.ticketfly.com.
Garcia’s, 145 Westchester Ave., Port Chester will present Dogs in a Pile with Baked Shrimp, Fri., Nov. 5, 8 p.m. Tickets are not currently available on the website. General admission. Ages 21+. Doors open at 7 p.m., show at 8 p.m. for all performances unless noted otherwise. All patrons must show proof of either full vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test taken within 48 hours of entry.
Garcia’s, 145 Westchester Ave., Port Chester, will present The Rock and Roll Playhouse Plays the Music of Phish For Kids & More, Sat., Nov. 6. Doors open at 1:30 p.m., show at 2 p.m. $15 + fees at https://www.ticketmaster.com/the-rock-and-roll-playhouse-port-chester-new-york-11-06-2021/event/1D005B1A43E04ADB
The Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library has announced that registration is open for their November Grab and Go Thanksgiving Craft. Pickup will be Nov. 10-23. Sign up now by emailing [email protected] or by calling 914/939-6710 and Press 3 to pick up a Grab and Go turkey craft. Children will be given a bag with all the pieces they need to make the crafts.
Yoga in the Park with Jamie Maldonado at Crawford Park Mansion, 122 N. Ridge St., Rye Brook takes place every Sun., 9:30-10:30 a.m. All levels welcome. Jamie is a native of Rye Brook and a Port Chester High School graduate. Please bring a yoga mat and towel. Fee: $20 suggested amount by cash or check at Venmo@JMalYoga. For information and registration, email [email protected].
Bingo that usually takes place Tuesdays at Corpus Christi-Holy Rosary School Cafeteria has been cancelled until further notice.
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