Nearby In-Person Events

The Performing Arts Center at Purchase College, 735 Anderson Hill Rd., will present the Purchase Symphony Orchestra, Fri., Feb. 24 at 7 p.m. in a concert featuring works by Wagner, Beethoven and Marianna Martines. $22.50; $12.50 for seniors & students; the Paul Taylor Dance Company, Sat., Feb. 25 at 8 p.m. with “Somewhere in the Middle,” “Piazzolla Caldera” and the “Brandenburgs.” $18.75-$82.50. www.artscenter.org

Common Ground Coffeehouse, South Church, 343 Broadway, Dobbs Ferry, will present Goodnight Moonshine featuring Molly Venter, Sat., Feb. 25 at 7:30 p.m. Molly is a singer and songwriter. $25 in advance for front row; $30 at the door; $20 general admission in advance; $25 at the door. Commongroundconcerts.com

Westport Country Playhouse, 25 Powers Ct., Westport, Ct., will present “Pete’s Big Hollywood Adventure,” Sun., Feb. 26 at 1 & 4 p.m. for grades K-3. Pete the Cat and his buddy Callie sneak into the Hollywood studios and get lost in the world of the movies in this rockin’ new musical adventure. $25 and “Scaredy Kat Presents Sun., Mar. 5 at 2 p.m. For ages 9-15. Kathryn spends all her time in her basement with her two passions: Alfred Hitchcock and stop motion animation. $25. www.westportplayhouse.org

The Pelham Art Center at 155 Fifth Ave., will present a Careers in the Arts free lecture Sat., Feb. 25 at 1 p.m. with Danielle DeVito, architect, pencil projects and DIY Winter Snow Globe, Sun., Feb. 26, 10-11:30 a.m. for ages 7+. $46. Register at www.pelhamartcenter.org

The American Red Cross will hold blood drives this month including Mon., Feb. 27, 12-5 p.m. at The Galleria @White Plains, 100 Main St. and Tues., Feb. 28, 1-6 p.m. at The Osborn, 101 Theall Rd., Rye. All blood types are needed. To make an appointment, go to RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800/redcross

Unveiled: A Boutique Bridal Brunch will be held Sun., Feb. 26, 12-3 p.m., at VIP Country Club, 600 Davenport Ave., New Rochelle. Brides register for free at westchestermagazine.com/unveiled; $10 guest price.

The Westchester & Rockland Countywide Juneteenth Coalition will present D.I.G. (Discovering in Genealogy): Your African American Family History Tues., Feb. 28, 6-7:15 p.m. at the ArtsWestchester Gallery, 31 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains. This special Black History Month program will be led by award-winning historian and genealogist Joyce Sharrock-Cole. In this interactive workshop and conversation, she will discuss some of the challenges and discoveries she made while researching her own family lineage as well as the histories of other African American and slave-owning families in Westchester. Participants will be introduced to essential genealogical research tools and methods to help start and further their own family histories. www.artswestchester.org

The Holocaust & Human Rights Education Center will present an educational program in partnership with Yeshiva University Wed., Mar. 1, 4:30-6:30 p.m. at their library at 4 W. Red Oak La., White Plains. This program is designed for area middle and high school teachers as invaluable teaching tools that help education partners connect with their students to work together to help them learn about important historical reference points on the Holocaust. Special guest speaker will be Dr. Karen Shawn, Director of Educational Outreach of the Emil A. and Jenny Fish Center for Holocaust and Genocide Studies of Yeshiva University. Fee: $20. To register email [email protected] or call 914/696-0738

The Bruce Museum Seaside Center in Greenwich Point Park, Old Greenwich will present What Happens When a Fishery Dies: The Demise of the Lobster Fishery on Long Island Sound Sun., Mar. 5 at 2 p.m. Free. Dr. Tarsila Seara, Associate Professor in the Biology and Environmental Science Department of the University of New Haven, will discuss the results of her study conducting interviews with fishermen and others involved in the lobster fishery in the Long Island Sound following the major die-off event in 1999. Reservations required. www.brucemuseum.org

Mamaroneck Artists Guild, 1987 Palmer Ave., Larchmont, has announced a Call for Artists--MAG members and non-members--for their 18^th Open Juried Group Show, Small Works that will be exhibited in the gallery and online. Show date: Mar. 28-Apr. 22. Submissions are due Mar. 1-15. www.mamaroneckartistsguild.org

Westchester Italian Cultural Center, 1 Genereso Pope Pl., Tuckahoe, will present Venetian Mask Painting: The Real Beauty of Carnevale, Sat., Feb. 25 at 6:30 p.m. $35-$39. www.wiccny.org

The Dressing Room Theatre at Curtain Call Inc, 1349 Newfield Ave., Stamford, Conn. will present “The Wisdom of Eve,” Thurs., Mar. 2-19. It is an engrossing and revealing inside story of life in New York’s theatre world. Performances will be Thurs.-Sat. at 8 p.m. and Sun. at 2 p.m. Seating is cabaret style with a BYOEverything format. Tickets are $35 for adults; $28 for senior citizens and $20 for children under 21. Thrifty Thursday prices: $30. www.curtaincallinc.com

The White Plains Performing Arts Center, 11 City Place will present a performance by Broadway star Laura Bernanti Sat., Mar. 4 at 8 p.m. $58-$78. www.wppac.com

Christ Church Greenwich, 254 E. Putnam Ave., Greenwich, Conn., will present an organ recital by Jonathan Vaughn Sat., Mar. 4 at 5 p.m. Program will include Walton, arranged Vaughn: Orb and Sceptre, Whitlock: Divertimento, Howells: Rhapsody no 1 in D flat, Jackson: Toccata, Chorale and Fugue, Judith Bingham: Annunciation IV and Elgar: Sonata in G. RSVP to christchurchgreenwich.org

Charis Chamber Voices will present “American Elegy: Songs of the 19^th and 20^th Centuries,” Sat., Mar. 4 at 4 p.m. at the Bedford Presbyterian Church, Village Green, Bedford and Sun., Mar. 5 at 4 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge Rd., New Canaan. $25; $20 for seniors and $15 for students. Tickets can be purchased in advance at www.charisvocals.com or at the door.

The Emelin Theatre, 153 Library La., will present Pink Floyd: The Dark Side of the Moon 50^th Anniversary, Fri., Mar. 3 at 8 p.m. $32/$37; Liberty Comedy featuring Andy Pitz, Ellen Karis and Ryan Reiss, Sat., Mar. 4 at 8 p.m. $32. www.emelin.org

Jazz Forum Arts, 1 Dixon Pl., Tarrytown Jitterbugs: Jazz for Kids 2023 Spring Program for kids 18 months-5 years. The program runs for six consecutive Saturdays beginning Mar. 18. $150. www.jazzforumarts.org/jitterbugs

Westchester Children’s Museum, 100 Playland Parkway, Rye presents Museum Minis, every Wed., 11-11:30 a.m. For additional information and registration go to www.discoverwcm.org.

Muscoot Farm, 51 Rte. 100, Katonah will offer Maple Munchies, Sat., Mar. 4 & 18, 12-1 p.m. Come learn about all the ways to use maple syrup in the kitchen while cooking up a maple-themed culinary treat! $15 per person, ages 6+. Treats may range from sweet to savory. Register at www.muscootfarm.org

Wainwright House, 260 Stuyvesant Ave., Rye, will offer Chakra Sound Bath Meditation with Gary Posner, Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. $30; Let’s Dance: Ballroom Dance Lessons with Elin Waterston, Sat., Mar. 11 (Swing), 6:30-8 p.m. No previous dance experience necessary and all levels are welcome. $35-$130; SOAR, a program for students in grades 5-8, Mon., Feb. 27, Mar. 6 & 13, 4:30-5:30 p.m. $30 per session. For additional information and to register go to www.wainwright.org

Greenwich Hospital will offer the Nurse is In Mon., Feb. 27, 10-11 a.m. at the YWCA of Greenwich, 259 E. Putnam Ave.; at the Greenwich Library, 101 W. Putnam Ave., 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. A Greenwich Hospital nurse will take your blood pressure and answer health questions. Free; Car Seat Safety Check Thurs., Mar. 16, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at West Putnam Medical Center, 500 W. Putnam Ave., Greenwich. Free. Car Seat Safety Checks are offered the third Thurs. each month. To make an appointment call 203/200-KIDS or email [email protected]

The Emelin Theatre, 153 Library La., Mamaroneck has announced their Film Club series Wed., Mar. 1, 15 & 29 at 7:30 p.m. Titles are not revealed until showtime. There will be a Members Only reception Mar. 29. For details and tickets go to https://emelin.org/winter-film-club/

White Plains Public Library, 100 Martine Ave., will present the Westchester Diverse Abilities Job Fair Mon., Feb. 27 at 10 a.m. This job fair is open to all people who are differently abled. Pre-registration is required at 914/935-2956. All registered attendees will receive a follow-up email to sign up for time shots to meet with interviewers; Tech Tuesday for Youth: Robotics, Feb. 28 at 4 p.m.; Author Visit: Purim Goodies, Thurs., Mar. 2 at 11 a.m. Amalia Hoffman will perform her delicious tale, seasoned with funny Yiddish words, Make music with a eggbeater and pots and dance to Klezmer tunes and sing-along. This is a unique and fun-filled event for children and families; Minecraft for Youth, Mon., Mar. 6, 4 p.m. www.whiteplainslibrary.org

Jazz Forum Arts, 1 Dixon La., Tarrytown will present the Bill Charlap and Renee Rosnes, Fri. & Sat., Feb. 24 & 25, 7 & 9:30 p.m. $30-$35; Mark Morganelli & the Jazz Forum All-Stars: Celebrating Carnaval, Sun., Feb. 26, 4 & 6 p.m. $15-$20; Steve Davis Sextet feat. Abena Koomson-Davis & Tony Davis, Fri. & Sat., Mar. 3 & 4, 7 & 9:30 p.m. $30-$35; Roseanna Vitro: Sing a Song of Bird, Sun., Mar. 5, 4 & 6 p.m. $15-$20. $10 minimum in food or drink per person. www.jazzforumarts.org.

Tarrytown Music Hall, 13 Main St., will present LuAnn De Lesseps: Countess Cabaret, Sat., Feb. 25 at 7:30 p.m. $45-$125; Shawn Colvin, Marc Cohn & Sarah Jarosz: Together in Concert, Sun., Feb. 26 at 7 p.m. $55-$85; Manhattan Comedy Night featuring NY comedy club veterans Fri., Mar. 3, 8 p.m. $34-$44; Croce Plays Croce, Sat., Mar. 4, 8 p.m. Sold Out on website. www.tarrytownmusichall.org

The Westchester Chamber Music Society will present concerts live and recorded Sun., Mar. 19 & Apr. 30 at 4 p.m. at Temple Emanu-El, 2125 Westchester Ave., Rye. The Amerigo Trio will perform Bach, Jean Cras; Beethoven Mar. 19. Apr. 30 will feature the Horzsowski piano trio performing music of Shubert and Shostakovich. $40 per concert. Remote viewing is $20 per household per concert. www.westchestermusicsociety.com or call Isobel Perry at 914/967-4894

Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience is at FDR State Park, 2959 Crompond Rd., Yorktown Heights thru Oct. 22. This outdoor interactive event is for all ages. It is a nighttime woodland trail experience filled with magical creatures and wizarding wonders from the Harry Potter ™ and Fantastic Beasts ™ films. Set in a beautiful woodland, this experience has been brought to life by award-winning theatrical designers and experiential creators. Limited availability in Dec. & Jan. Tickets for ages 16+are $46 + booking fee; ages 5-15 are $35 + booking fee. Parking if booked online is $8; $10 if purchased on site. Admission includes standard entry to the forest trail inspired by the wizarding world + access to the Village where you can find magical food and drink to add to your experience. For tickets go to https://www.stubhub.com/harry-potter-a-forbidden-forest-experience-westchester-tickets

The Historic Jay Gardens at the Jay Heritage Center, 210 Boston Post Rd., Rye are open Sundays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Thursdays 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Closed on holidays. For additional information go to www.jayheritagecenter.org.

Exhibits

Mamaroneck Artists Guild, 1987 Palmer Ave., Larchmont is presenting a Member Group Show thru Sat., Mar. 4. Hours: Tues.-Sat., 12-5 p.m. 914/834-1117; wwww.mamaroneckartistsguild.org

Madelyn Jordon Fine Art, 37 Popham Rd., Scarsdale, will present Art X Nature: Ken Elliott, Eugene Healy & Carol Boyoucos thru Mar. 18. Gallery hours: Wed.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. www.madelynjordonfineart.com

Friends of Lasdon Park, 2610 Rte. 35, Katonah is presenting Amazing Butterflies thru May 7. Shrink down into the undergrowth and enter the interactive maze. Become a caterpillar and find your way through a secret wild world as grass and leaves tower above your head. Children under 14 must be accompanied by a ticket holding adult to enter. There are no live butterflies in this exhibit. Appropriate for ages pre-K-8. $12.50 per person; free for children up to 24 months.

The Neuberger Museum of Art at Purchase College, 735 Anderson Hill Rd, will present Hard Return: 9 Experiments for this Moment thru May 7. The museum will be transformed into a site of collaboration, investigation and performance. The complete schedule—with performance abstracts—can be found at purchase.edu/eeu-hardreturn

The Katonah Museum of Art at 13 Jay St., will present Young Artists 2023 celebrating the 40^th anniversary of the Young Artists Exhibition thru Sun., Feb. 26. Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sun., 12-5 p.m. Pay what you wish. www.katonahmuseum.org

The White Plains Public Library, 100 Martine Ave. is presenting 2023 Black History Storywalk in the Gallery thru Tues., Feb. 28, all day. Exhibit features Molly, By Golly: The Legend of Molly Williams, America’s first female firefighter. www.whiteplainslibrary.org

Rye Arts Center at 51 Milton Rd. will present Artists of the Night: Gothic Literature Scenes, Songs & Stories, thru Mar. 25. Exhibit is a multi-disciplinary showcase that explores the influence of Gothic literature on mediums such as the visual arts, storytelling, dance, music and our understanding of historical items. And Elegie: Artwork by Lisie S. Orjuela in Gallery B thru Mar. 25. There will be a reception Thurs., Mar. 2, 5-7 p.m. The artist will give an exhibit walk and talk at the reception.  Gallery hours: Mon., 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Tues.-Fri., 9 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sat., 9 a.m.-3 p.m. www.ryeartscenter.org

CapaSpace, a photography-based education and exhibition center at 2467 Quaker Church Rd., Yorktown, will present Empathy and Empowerment: The Documentary Photography of José Alvarado Jr. thru Sat., Feb. 25. CapaSpace is a 21^st century arts center that embraces photography to draw a community together in common purpose and to strengthen the bonds that exist between neighbors. Alvarado is NY based Puerto Rican photographer. www.thecapaspace.org

The David Rockefeller Creative Arts Center at Pocantico, 200 Lake Rd., Tarrytown, is presenting its first exhibition in the gallery, Inspired Encounters: Women Artists and the Legacies of Modern Art thru Mar. 19. The exhibition is comprised of 43 artworks and pairs pieces by a dozen groundbreaking women artists of the postwar period with new commissions of contemporary art. Gallery hours: Wed., Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. and Thurs., 3-7 p.m. All visitors must have a free timed-entry ticket prior to visiting available at Inspired Encounters | Rockefeller Brothers Fund (rbf.org)

Pelham Art Center at 155 Fifth Ave. is displaying a new public art installation, “The Conversation Sculpture” by Brooklyn artist Musa Hixson. It is a 9 ft. x 6 ft. x 6 ft. steel sculpture that mimics a blooming flower with three seats enclosed in its frame. The interactive piece intends to facilitate new connections and encourage people to think differently about public space. The installation will be on display thru June 20, 2023. www.pelhamartcenter.org

Summer Camps & Programs

Rye Arts Center at 51 Milton Road has announced that registration is open for their Summer Musical Theater for age 8-13. Camp will run Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-3 p.m. featuring the following shows: Aladdin, July 24-28; Beauty & the Beast, July 31-Aug. 4; Lion King, Aug. 7-11 and Seussical Aug. 14-18. $475/week. Registration is also open for their Pre-K Summer Warm-Up for Creative Kids ages 3.5-5. Camp will run Mon.-Fri., 9:15 a.m.-12 p.m. June 12-16 $375 and June 20-23 (no camp June 19) $300. Register at www.ryeartscenter.org

Camp Summerstage 2023 offered by the Clocktower Players at the Hastings American Legion, 215 Farragut Ave., Hastings-on-Hudson. For ages 6-12, Mon.-Fri., 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. $375 with 20% off until Mar. 1. www.clocktowerplayers.com/register

Friends of Rye Nature Center announces that online registration is open for their Summer Program. At this time, they are limiting registration to four weeks per child for day camp and three weeks for Paddle Adventure Camp. Full payment due upon registration. Summer Day Camp includes Explorers (preschool and K), Discoverers (grades K-5) and Naturalists in Training (grades 6 & 7). Paddle Adventure Camp is for campers entering grades 8, 9 or 10 and runs 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Fee for Explorers is $425; for Discoverers fee is $450; for NIT fee is $495 and for Paddle Adventure Camp fee is $600. For additional information and to register go to www.ryenaturecenter.org

Muscoot Farm’s Summer Program registration is taking place now, and registration for the Trailside Nature Camp at Ward Pound Ridge will open Feb. 23. Registration for these programs will be done via webtrac. Muscoot Farm’s Young Farmer is for children grades 1-8 & Young Wrangler is for children ages 4 & 5. Information for additional Westchester County summer programs can be found at https://parks.westchestergov.com/children-camps