10573 In-Person Events

The Rye Brook Sustainability Committee & Port Chester Sustainability Committee will hold a Seed Swap and Giveaway Sat., Oct. 29, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at the Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library, 1 Haseco Ave. The outdoor event will be moved indoors if there is bad weather. Bring your seeds, plants or just yourself and be sure to label your seeds. 914/939-6710.

The Village of Rye Brook is hosting Howl-o-Ween Sat., Oct. 29, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. in Pine Ridge Park, Latonia Road. Bring your dog or other furry animal in costume. There will be prizes for best costume at this fun for the whole family event. Representatives from the Humane Society of Westchester and the Girl Scouts will be on site to tell you about their great organizations.

Speaking Out Against Hate: A Port Chester-Rye Brook Community Conversation will take place Wed., Nov. 3, 6:30-8 p.m., at JFK Elementary School, 40 Olivia St., Port Chester. Learn how to stand up to acts of hate and extremism. Alexander Rosemberg of the ADL (Anti-Defamation League) will make a bilingual English-Spanish presentation, followed by small group conversations. Register at www.eventbrite.com. In the search bar on the site enter “Speaking Against Hate.”

Early voting for the General Election will take place Sat., Oct. 29-Sun., Nov. 6 at the Rye Brook Firehouse, 940 King St. Hours: Oct. 29, 30, Nov. 5 & 6, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Oct. 31, Nov. 2 & 4, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; Nov. 1 & 3, 12-8 p.m. Election Day is Tues., Nov. 8. All registered voters are eligible to participate in the General Election. Check your registration status at https://voterlookup.elections.ny.gov/

The Port Chester-Rye Brook Chamber of Commerce will host a Special Tasting Event Thurs., Nov. 3, 5:30-8 p.m., at American Prime Steakhouse, 275 S. Ridge St., Rye Brook. Experience an array of the chef’s best seasonal inspirations featuring passed hors d’oeuvres and dinner stations. $75 per person. Advance purchase tickets are available through PayPal@pcrbchamber or by check payable to PCRB Chamber and mailed to 222 Grace Church St., Port Chester, NY 10573. For additional information, call 914/939-1900.

KTI, 575 King St., Port Chester, will hold a Tag Sale, Sun., Nov. 6, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Cash only. Sale will include household items, dishes, used clothing, furniture, small appliances, knick-knacks, small electronics, bicycles, toys, books and much more. 914/939-1004.

The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive Mon., Nov. 14, 12-5 p.m., at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 761 King St., Rye Brook. To make an appointment, go to RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS. A $10 e-gift card will be given to those who come to give blood.

SPRYE offers Gentle Chair Yoga every Wednesday at Crawford Park, 122 N. Ridge St., Rye Brook, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free, but registration is required at 914/481-5706.

Clay Art Center, 40 Beech St., Port Chester, offers the following weekly programs: Maker Night, Fridays, 7-9 p.m. for ages 17+. $65 includes all materials; Family Wheel Night, Saturdays, 6-8 p.m. for ages 10+. Parent or guardian must register for the class. $50 and Saturday Clay for ages 6+. $35. Parent or guardian must register for the class. www.clayartcenter.org.

The Capitol Theatre, 149 Westchester Ave., Port Chester, will present Phil Lesh & Friends, Fri. & Sat., Oct. 28 & 29, and Mon., Oct. 31 ft. Marcus King (10/28+29), Duane Betts (10/31), Eric Krasno, Grahame Lesh, Nicki Bluhm, Jason Crosby, Tony Leone. Tickets start at $59.50. Oct. 29 & 31 are sold out on website; The Last Waltz, Thurs. & Fri., Nov. 3 & 4, $69.50-$225; Get the Led Out, Sat., Nov. 5. $35-$49. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., show at 8 p.m. 18+ unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Children under 8 years of age are not permitted. Proof of vaccination and/or a negative COVID-19 test is not required for these events. For ticket prices and to purchase tickets go to www.thecapitoltheatre.com.

Garcia’s, 145 Westchester Ave., Port Chester will present Phil Lesh pre-show--Dave Diamond Band, Fri., Sat., & Mon., Oct. 28, 29 & 31. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; show at 6:40 p.m. Attendees must have ticket to Phil Lesh concert; Grahame Lesh & Jason Crosby Duo: Sunday Shakedown, Sun., Oct. 30, Doors open at 1 p.m.; show at 2 p.m. $10; Bearly Dead, Wed., Nov. 2. $15 in advance; $20 day of show. Doors open at 7 p.m., show at 8 p.m. unless noted otherwise. General admission. Must be 21+ with valid ID. Proof of vaccination and/or a negative COVID-19 test is not required for this event. www.thecapitoltheatre.com

The Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library, 1 Haseco Ave., Port Chester is holding a StoryWalk, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. thru Mon. Oct. 31. Enjoy walking and reading “We’re Going on a Pumpkin Hunt” by Goldie Hawk. StoryWalk is a great way for parents/caregivers to take children on a short stroll and introduce them to a new book at the same time. You can also go to the library’s website: www.portchester-ryebrooklibrary.org to see and listen to children’s librarian Ms. Tee read the story. For more information, please contact the library at (914) 939-6710 and press 3. 914/939-6710, press 3 or email [email protected]

The Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library, 1 Haseco Ave., Port Chester is presenting the following programs for children: Grab ‘n Go Halloween Craft. Children will be given a bag with all the pieces needed to make a Halloween craft (while supplies last). Pickup thru Oct. 30 and a Grab ‘n Go Thanksgiving craft. Children will be given a bag with all the pieces they need to make the craft—while supplies last. Sign up in person or call 914/939-6710, press 3.

The Capitol Theatre in Port Chester has announced that advance sale tickets for Joe Gatto’s Night of Comedy (Wed., Dec. 28) can be ordered online now. For information on this and all upcoming shows and to purchase tickets, go to www.thecapitoltheatre.com

Bulk pickup dates for trash and green waste in Port Chester are Wed., Nov. 9 & 16.

All shows at The Capitol Theatre and Garcia’s in Port Chester during the height of the pandemic have been canceled or postponed. Following is the current information from The Capitol: Yet to be rescheduled: Rival Sons, Ripe. Canceled shows: Bella Fleck & The Fleckstones; Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, Lake Street Drive, Bombay Bicycle Club, Michael Franti, Sunrise Day Camp Benefit, Billy Strings, Saving Grace, The Fab Faux and Devon Allman Band & Samantha Fish Band (previously June 17, 2022). 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.

Health Insurance Navigation Help, offered by the Westchester County Department of Health, takes place 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].

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.

Exhibits

Clay Art Center, 40 Beech St., Port Chester, will present “Winged Women” sculptures by CAC artist Susan Wortman, a Breast Cancer Awareness Month special event, with items available for purchase in the gallery and online thru Oct. 31. After a breast cancer diagnosis, Susan began this series of hand-built porcelain sculptures to heal from her cancer experience and adjust to a mastectomy with reconstruction. Representing health, strength and hope, the 50 sculptures of Susan’s Winged Women series reflect the diversity and beauty of our imperfect bodies. Fifty percent of the sale of each work will be donated to Cancer Support Team, a Westchester based non-profit that provides services to cancer patients and their families. Gallery hours: Mon. & Thurs., 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; Tues., Wed., Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. www.clayartcenter.org; 914/937-2047.