Nearby In-Person Events

The American Red Cross and football Hall of Famer and blood donor Peyton Manning are asking people to donate blood while getting a chance to win a trip to Super Bowl LVII in Arizona. Upcoming locations are Wed., Jan. 11 in Harrison at Veterans Memorial Building, 216 Halstead Ave., 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Tues., Jan. 17, 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at the American Legion Hall, 40 Bell Rd., Scarsdale and Mon., Jan. 30, 2-7 p.m. at the New Rochelle Public Library, 1 Library Plaza, Lawton St. To donate, download the American Red Cross Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-733-2767. All blood types are needed. A blood donor card, driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), at least 110 pounds and in generally good health may be eligible to donate.

Greenwich Hospital will offer the Nurse Is In, Mon., Jan. 9 at the YMCA of Greenwich, 50 E. Putnam Ave., 10-11 a.m. and at Greenwich Library, 101 W. Putnam Ave. Mon., Jan. 9, 23 & 30. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. A Greenwich Hospital nurse will take your blood pressure and answer health questions. Free. 203/863-4444.

Curtain Call Inc. will present “A Murder is Announced” in the Dressing Room Theatre, 1349 Newfield Ave., Stamford, Conn. Thurs.-Sun., Jan. 12-29. Play features one of Agatha Christie’s best-loved characters, Miss Marple. Performances will be Thurs.-Sat. at 8 p.m. and Sun. at 2 p.m. Seating is cabaret-style with a BYOEverything format. $38 for adults; $28 for senior citizens and $20 for children under 21. www.curtaincallinc.com.

White Plains Public Library, 100 Martine Ave., presents Minecraft for Youth Mon., Jan. 9 & 23. Register at www.whiteplainslibrary.org

The Picture House, 84 Kraft Ave., Bronxville will present “Cheap Shots,” Sun., Jan. 15 at 5 p.m. A newly digitized film, “Cheap Shots” is anything but. This 1988 black comedy is somewhat reminiscent of the Coen brothers’ “Blood Simple,” in which the get-rich schemes of a rural motel manager and its lone tenant backfire with murderously funny results. There will be post-film Q&A with actor David Patrick Kelly and filmmakers Jerry Stoeffhaas and Jeff Ureles. $20; $15 seniors and students at tickets.thepicturehluse.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 and Let’s Dance: Ballroom Dance Lessons with Elin Waterston, Sat., Jan. 14 (foxtrot), Feb. 11 (Salsa & Cha Cha) and Mar. 11 (Swing), 6:30-8 p.m. No previous dance experience necessary and all levels are welcome. $35-$130. For additional information and to register go to www.wainwright.org

St. Paul’s Church National Historic Site, 897 S. Columbus Ave., Mt. Vernon will present Matthew Costello, a fellow at the White House Historical Association who also teaches American history at American University Sat., Jan. 14 at 1 p.m. Free. He will explore themes from his book “The Property of the Nation: George Washington’s Tomb, Mount Vernon and the Memory of the First President.” Talk will also be livestreamed. Register for the talk or the livestream at www.nps.gov/sapa

Katonah Museum of Art at 134 Jay St. will present Pop-up Books and Saturday Story Corner Jan. 7, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Come for a morning of inspiring Pinkney-illustrated picture books read by local activist MaryAnn Carr who works for social justice, equity, children’s literacy and the arts. Ages 3-8 with adult; ages 9-12 may be dropped off for these programs which are free with museum admission--$12 per non-member adult; $6 for child or senior. Registration required at www.katonahmuseum.org/events

The Westchester County Annual Slam Dunk Showcase and Crusader Classic will be held Sat., Jan. 7 at Iona University, 715 North Ave., New Rochelle. Doors open at 11 a.m. Event will feature five competitive high school matchups between some of the New York area’s top teams. $10 general admission per person at https://ionagaels.com.universitytickets.com in advance or at the dor. Parking is free.

Sonic Voyage Fest presents Orpheus Nine, Ad Astra and Joe Deninzon & Stratospheerius at Olive’s, 115 Main St., Nyack Fri., Jan. 13 at 8 p.m. Admission is $5. 845/358-312-.

Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience is at FDR State Park, 2959 Crompond Rd., Yorktown Heights thru Oct. 22, 2023. 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 White Plains Performing Arts Center at 1 City Place is presenting “Jersey Boys” thru Jan. 8 with performances Fri.-Sun. at 2 & 7 p.m. “Jersey Boys” takes you behind the music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons to discover the secret of a 40-year friendship as the foursome work their way from the streets of New Jersey to the heights of stardom. Chart-topping hits “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” “Dawn,” and “My Eyes Adored You” brought The Four Seasons the highest honor--induction into the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame. Tickets are $45-$62 at wppac.com

Katonah Museum of Art at 34 Jay St. is hosting an Adult Art Workshop—Craft & Connect: Creative Collage, Thurs., Jan. 12, 5:30-7:30 p.m. $60 for non-members; Jerry Pinkney & The Power of Change Through Children’s Literature, Sat., Jan. 14, 5-6:30 p.m. panel discussion; 6:30-8 p.m. reception. Sold out on website and Creative Community Fri., Jan. 20. Gather for creative fun on the 3rd Friday of each month. Programs include Stroller Tours, 9:30-10:30 a.m.; Artful Families, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. and Senior Socials, 1-2 p.m. Free with Museum admission--$12 adults; $6 seniors and students; free for members and children under 12. Registration is required. For information on these programs and to register, go to www.katonahmuseum.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 and 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

Jazz Forum Arts, 1 Dixon La., Tarrytown will present the NEA Jazz Master Donald Harrison Quartet, Fri. & Sat., Jan. 6 & 7, 7 & 9:30 p.m. $30-$35; Melissa Stylianou, Gene Bertoncini & Ike Sturm, Sun., Jan. 8, 4 & 6 p.m. $15-$20 and a Jam Session at 8 p.m. Tickets only at the door $5-$10; the Joey Alexander Trio, Fri/ & Sat., Jan. 13 & 14, 7 & 9:30 p.m. $35-$40; Klaus Mueller Brazilian Quartet, Sun., Jan. 15, 4 & 6 p.m. $15-$20.www.jazzforumarts.org.

The Emelin Theatre, 153 Library La., Mamaroneck will feature Artistree presents Urinetown Jr. Sat. & Sun., Jan. 7 & 8. Appropriate for ages 6 and up. Shows Sat. at 2 & 7 p.m. and Sun. at 1 & 6 p.m. $30 for children; $35 for adults in advance; $35 & $40 day of shows. www.emelin.org

Tarrytown Music Hall, 13 Main St. will present the Clocktower Player’s Alladin, Jr. Sat. & Sun., Jan. 14 & 15 at 12 p.m. $26 for adults; $22 for students ages 18 & below. www.tarrytownmusichall.org.

Westchester Children’s Museum, 100 Playland Parkway, Rye presents Museum Minis, every Wed., 11-11:30 a.m., free with museum admission which is $10 per person; $9 for seniors and free for children under 1 and members. For additional information and registration go to www.discoverwcm.org.

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.

Tarrytown Music Hall cancelled shows: The Allman Betts Band with Special Guest River Kittens, Westchester Symphonic Winds: Polkas & Other Stories; Survivor Blues with John Mayall & Walter Trout; Mary Chapin Carpenter - Marc Cohn - Shawn Colvin: Together in Concert, Shovels & Rope; Judy Collins & Arlo Guthrie, In Conversation with The Sopranos, Legends of British Rock Dave Mason with special guest John Mayall, Peter Wolf & The Midnight Travelers and The Fixx: The English Beat US Tour 2021. For a complete listing of upcoming shows and to purchase tickets, go to www.tarrytownmusichall.org

Exhibits

Mamaroneck Artists Guild, 1987 Palmer Ave., Larchmont will present a Member Group Show: Winter Gaze Mon.-Sat., Jan. 10-28. There will be an opening reception Sat., Jan. 14, 3-5 p.m. Gallery hours: Tues.-Sat., 12-5 p.m. www.mamaroneckartstistsguild.org; 914/834-1117.

Rye Arts Center at 51 Milton Rd. will present a RAC Member Exhibit on view thru Jan. 21. Explore the works of hundreds of members who range from beginners to professionals and Hilda Green Demsky: The Gratitude Project in Gallery B thru Jan. 14. 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 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 Greenwich Historical Society, 47 Strickland Rd., Cos Cob is presenting Life & Art, the Greenwich Paintings of John Henry Twachtman thru Jan. 22. Guided Tours of Life and Art: The Greenwich Paintings of John Henry Twachtman Exhibition will be offered Wed., Jan. 11 & 18 at 1 p.m. and Afternoon in the Archives: Twachtman in His Own Words, Sun., Jan. 8, 2-4 p.m. This is related to the Life and Art exhibition and takes a deeper dive into the words and life of Twachtman and his ties to the Holley family in Cos Cob. In this informal session, visitors will have a chance to examine original letters written by and to Twachtman, view rare photos from the Holldy-MacRae papers and study other primary sources. Free with admission: $10 for adults; $8 for seniors & students and free for members and children under 18. Gallery hours: Wed.-Sun. 12-4 p.m. www.greenwichhistoryorg

The Katonah Museum of Art, 134 Jay St. is presenting two exhibits honoring the work of Jerry Pinkney: Tenacity & Resilience: The Art of Jerry Pinkney and A Sense of Community: Celebrating Jerry Pinkney’s Legacy, thru Jan. 22. Hours: Tues., Wed. & Fri., 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thurs. 1-8 p.m. Admission: $10 adults; $6 seniors and students; free for members and children under 12. Social www.katonahmuseum.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