Nearby Virtual Events

Jay Heritage Center in Rye will present a free Zoom discussion with Yale professor Elizabeth Hinton, acclaimed author of “America on Fire: The Untold History of Police Violence and Black Rebellion Since the 1960s” Fri., Feb. 16 at 7 p.m. The program will be moderated by journalist and author René Syler, former anchor of CBS News’s “The Early Show” and a frequent commentator on CNN Headline News and NBC’s “The Today Show.” The event is co-sponsored by the American Women of African American Women of African Heritage. Register at http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07eizc5wkv19726421&llr=myqbgzdab

Bedford 2030 will present Healthy Trees for a Healthy Plant webinar Wed., Feb. 16, 7-8 p.m. Join a virtual discussion about the role of trees in regulating climate and maintaining a healthy environment. Presented by Dr. Andrew Reinmann, Assistant Professor of the CUNY Environmental Sciences Initiative and Jessica A. Schuler, ISA Certified Arborist and Program Coordinator of Natural Resources for the Westchester County Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation. Register at bedford2030.org.

Sen. Shelley B. Mayer has announced that the Westchester Senate Delegation is hosting a budget forum Tues., Feb. 15, virtually, 6-8 p.m. If you would like to share your views on the proposed 2022-23 NYS Budget, sign up to testify at the forum which provides wonderful opportunities for local residents and advocates to speak about their budget priorities. Pre-registration is required to testify at bit.ly/TestifyNYSenate

The Holocaust & Human Rights Education Center, 4 W. Red Oak Lane, White Plains has announced that their Memory Keepers Story Hours will continue via Zoom with Maddy Israel and Esther Loewenthal, Wed., Mar. 9, Noa Ganz and Sam Pittman Wed., Apr. 6, Monica Mandell Wed., May 11 and Joseph Kaidanow Wed., June 8. All events are free and feature Holocaust survivors. Advance registration is required at https://hhrecny.org/inspire_events/.

SCORE Westchester will present free webinars--Grow Your Business Brand by Becoming a Self-Published Author, Tues., Feb. 15 at 1 p.m. sponsored by Self-Publishing School and Meta vs Metaverse: Understanding the Digital Road Ahead for Your Business, Wed., Feb. 16 at 1 p.m. Meta and the Metaverse are not the same. The Metaverse is built on the technologies that make up a virtual world. Meta is just Facebook’s new brand name. Strategically this new name is now placing Facebook at the center of our digital universe. Changes are coming--some are already here! Artificial intelligence and augmented virtual reality are emerging as clear frontrunners in the future of digital. Now is the time for you to get up to speed. Start the acceleration that keeps you ahead of the game as customer expectations change and the digital environment evolves. During this webinar, they will discuss your role in this new universe and what you’re going to need to compete in the virtual world evolving around us all. Register at www.scorewestchester.com.

The White Plains Public Library is offering online programs on Zoom including: Morning Storytime, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11-11:30 a.m., stories and songs for ages 2-6 with a Trove Librarian. Attend the program by accessing Zoom with the date of the program. Evening Storytime, Tues. & Thurs., 6:30-7 p.m., stories and songs for ages 2-6 with a Trove Librarian. Attend the program by clicking the Zoom link for the specific date you wish to Register through Zoom at https://zoom.us/meeting/register/uZwpdOCvrzsvalU6-m55WsxuK8vjdZ_hmQ; Virtual Tabletop Games Mon., Feb. 14 at 4:30 p.m. for those in 4^th-12^th grade. Uses the platform boardgamesena.com; Individual Tech Help Tues., Feb. 15 at 2 p.m. and The Harlem Renaissance at 7 p.m. Embark on a journey through the art of the Harlem Renaissance in a virtual showcase that includes a look at the diverse styles of artists working in Harlem from the 1920s-1940s. There will be an overview of two generations of Harlem Renaissance artists and an understanding of how contemporary African American artists stand on the shoulders of these breakthrough artists. - Register at www.whiteplainslibrary.org.

White Plains Public Library is presenting a series of webinars in celebration of Black History Month--a presentation on the Harlem Renaissance with Rena Tobey, Tues., Feb. 15 at 7 p.m.; Graphic Novel Draw Off with Zach Smith and David Fremont author talk Sun., Feb. 13 at 5 p.m.; Anna Gifty-Opoku-Agyeman, in conversation with Michael Tubbs, discusses The Black Agenda: Bold Solutions for a Broken System Wed., Feb. 16 at 9 a.m. as well as a Black History Month Storytime and STEAM craft for grades 1-6, Tues., Feb. 22 at 4 p.m. For additional information and to register go to www.whiteplainslibrary.org.

The Performing Arts Center at Purchase College is offering Virtual Field Trips 2021-2022, a series of virtual field trips, free of cost, for grades K-12. The trips can be accessed from the classroom or at home, wherever you may be. Each includes on-demand video segments and easy-to-use tools for exploring curriculum, supporting social-emotional learning, and activating creativity. To learn more or to register, email the Education & Engagement office at [email protected] or call the Virtual Field Trip hotline: 914/251-6232.

The Performing Arts Center at Purchase College is presenting We Are Broadway on demand. It is a series of super-short videos that explore what Broadway means to the cast and crew of today’s biggest hits. Watch “We Are Broadway” on AllArts.org; PBS presents Great Performances – Reopening: The Broadway Revival, available on demand thru Tues., Feb. 15. Go behind the scenes of Broadway as shows reunite, rehearse, and re-stage for their long-awaited reopening nights while the theater industry learns how to turn the lights back on after its longest hiatus in history due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Watch “Reopening: The Broadway Revival” on pbs.org.

The Picture House in Pelham is presenting virtual screenings of “Wildland,” “Memory House” and “Final Set.” For information go to www.thepicturehouse.org/virtual. www.thepicturehouse.org.

Soul Ryeders has introduced on-demand pre-recorded yoga classes on their website www.soulryeders.org. With a variety of classes and themes, there is something for everyone whenever you need it! Classes are 30 minutes or less and include Yoga for Deep Relaxation & Sleep, Yoga for Anxiety & Stress, Yoga for Neuropathy, Post Chemo Yoga, Intro to Self-Care for Caregivers, Yoga for Caregivers and Meditation for Caregivers. Registration is required each time you register for one of these classes. These classes are complimentary, but if you are able, donations are appreciated. For information call 914/412-4884.

Westport Country Playhouse’s “From Concept to Curtain” virtual documentary series is presenting “Telling Mlima's Tale” on the Playhouse’s website, westportplayhouse.org and YouTube channel (WestportPlayhouse), free-of-charge. Through conversations with playwright, director and artists, “Telling Mlima’s Tale” will examine the powerful visual scope and sweep and vibrant theatricality of the Playhouse’s 2019 award-winning production, “Mlima’s Tale,” written by two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning Lynn Nottage and directed by Mark Lamos, Playhouse artistic director. Telling Mlima’s Tale” examines how the team worked together to create the world of the play, how they handled their greatest challenges in the piece, and how they collaborated to shape the stage production. The 30-minute video includes short clips and photos from “Mlima’s Tale.

ArtsWestchester’s ArtsMobile Is Streaming Into Your Home every Wednesday. Participate in a creative and fun art-making activity. Using items commonly found in your home, families, youth and adults can work on literary, performing and visual art workshops led by professional teaching artists. For the complete streaming library of ArtsWestchester’s ArtsMobile program go to the video playlist available on YouTube. Watch at https://artswestchester.org/the-artsmobile/

Wainwright House in Rye is offering online classes on Zoom: Qi Gong, Mondays, 6-7:15 p.m. and Thurs., 11:30-12:30 p.m.; $10 Mindfulness Meditation, Mondays, 7:30-8 p.m. $5 and Therapeutic Yoga, Thursdays, 12:30-1:30 p.m. $10. www.wainwright.org.

Westchester Children’s Museum at Playland Park in Rye offers virtual birthday parties with an educator-lead program over Zoom, activity kits for either Scribble Bots or Slime and a discounted dessert add-on from in Larchmont. For information go to https://discoverwcm.org/virtual-birthday-parties?eType=EmailBlastContent&eId=d53f33e2-aaf0-457e-b278-f55c6e1bbbb8.

The Neuberger Museum of Art at Purchase College is offering Wellness Wednesdays to provide a bit of relaxation during these unprecedented times. The Museum is partnering with meditation and yoga instructor Janelle Berger to digitally deliver a series of guided meditation events. New content will be added weekly; live via Zoom events will take place each Wednesday at 1 p.m. For information go to www.neubeger.org or www.artscener.org.

DIY Shadow Puppet Theatre video, the first in PAC’s Bringing Backstage Forward series, Purchase PAC Lighting Designer Peter Wylie shows you how to make your own shadow puppet theatre, complete with cool lighting effects. A super fun project for all ages! (Ask an adult to help with cutting things out.) We'd love to see what you come up with. Share a video or still of your shadow puppet theater with us on social media by tagging @PurchasePAC and using the hashtag #PACShadowPuppets.

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (State Parks) has launched a mobile app for smart devices to provide visitors and prospective visitors useful information about the variety of destinations and activities available throughout the Empire State’s parks and historic sites. The New York State Parks Explorer App is a free, user-friendly resource for visitors to plan outdoor adventures while staying connected to long-time favorite parks and sites. Users can learn more about top destinations and discover new must-see locations with rotating curated content, and will enjoy quick access to park information, including directions, hours, amenities, fees and rates, trail maps, helpful know-before-you-go details, and the ability to receive important updates and alerts.

Visitors can also link directly to online camping reservations and easily access select State Parks’ social media channels to share their experiences. The New York State Parks Explorer mobile app is available at no cost for download for iOS and Android devices. To download, visit https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=gov.ny.its.nysparks or https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ny-state-parks-explorer/id1496803341

Westchester Library System (WLS) has announced a “Virtual Library Events in Westchester” program featuring a complete resource of online programs created by member libraries across Westchester County in response to the COVID-19 crisis. The combined calendar located at burbio.westchesterlibraries.org features dozens of events a week hosted across WLS member libraries and highlights a variety of activities. Children’s programming examples include “Doodlers Online” (Katonah) and “Virtual Sing Along with the Librarians” (Greenburgh); Teen programming such as “Dungeons and Dragons” (Yonkers), adult programming like “A Skeptic’s Guide to American History” (Larchmont), family entertainment such as “Neighborhood Game Night” (Rye) and “Online Senior Fitness” (Pound Ridge). Residents can learn languages ranging from Spanish (Pelham) to Italian (New Castle) to English (Yonkers). Lifelong learning programs include improv comedy, dance classes, folk art, and more.

All adult weekly and monthly support groups at Gilda’s Club Westchester in White Plains will be facilitated via teleconference. Children’s, teens and family programs, as well as their healthy lifestyle programs and educational lectures/workshops, will be suspended until they resume onsite facilitation again. www.gildasclubwestchester.org