Nearby In-Person Events
July 27, 2023 at 4:20 a.m.
The Bruce Museum at the Seaside Center, Floren Family Environmental Center, Innis Arden Cottage, Greenwich Point Park, Old Greenwich, will present Dr. Heather Lynch, Professor of Ecology and Evolution at Stony Brook University, Sun., Aug. 6, 2-3 p.m. Dr. Lynch will describe her lab efforts to combine satellite imagery, drones and other cutting edge technologies to study the distribution and abundance of penguins and other wildlife in Antarctica. This program is free, and no reservations are required. www.brucemuseum.org
Playland Park in Rye 2023 schedule: Fridays in July & Aug., 12-10 p.m., Saturdays in July & Aug., 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sundays in July & Aug. and Tues., Aug. 1-15, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Wed.-Thurs. in Aug., 12-9 p.m. except Wed., Aug. 9, 4-9 p.m. Beach & pool hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Playland is closed Mondays. There will be a special event—The World’s Largest Rubber Duck, along with her baby duckling, will make a big splash Fri.-Sun., Aug. 28-30. They will be perched at Playland Beach, close to the 35’ water slide. For information about the World’s Largest Rubber Duck, visit https://thebigduck.us/ There will be fireworks Sept. 3 at 9:15 p.m. At the scenic onsite Playland Beach, recently reopening for the first time since 2021, guests can enjoy melodic tunes by steel drum bands every weekend this season, along with a new 35-foot waterfront slide, beach volleyball, lounge chairs and shade umbrellas available for rent, and kayak rentals right on the beach. Recently reopening for the first time since 2019, Playland Pool features infrastructure improvements, as well as upgrades to the locker rooms, bathhouse and pool deck. What’s more, brand-new features and amenities are now available with zero depth entry, a dedicated splash zone for younger children, new lounge furniture, and a sundry shop with sunscreen, sunglasses, towels, and swimsuits available for purchase. Parking is $20 on weekdays & weekends; $30 on holidays. Additional dates will be listed in upcoming issues. For admission pricing, event schedule and to purchase tickets, go to www.playland.com
The Town of Rye Free Tuesday Concerts will take place in Rye Town Park, 95 Dearborn Ave., Rye at 7:30 p.m. Rain or shine. Concerts are as follows: Aug. 1: Billy & The Showmen; Aug. 8: Scott Wenzel Big Band; Aug. 15: Clare Maloney & The Great Adventure; Aug. 22: The Buckley Manor Band and Aug. 29: Back to the Garden. Standard parking fees apply. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, snacks and dancing shoes.
Westchester County Executive George Latimer and the County’s Veterans Services Agency invite residents to the Rededication of WWI Memorial Plaques at the Westchester County Center, 198 Central Ave., White Plains Fri., Aug. 4 at 12 p.m. The special ceremony to rededicate the plaques and trees at the 100-year-old memorial that commemorates the fallen WWI soldiers from Westchester County.
White Plains Hospital Screenings Under the Stars will feature “DC League of Super Pets” Fri., July 28 at Kensico Dam Plaza, 1 Bronx River Pkwy, Valhalla; “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish,” Thurs., Aug. 10 at Croton Point Park, 1 Croton Point Ave. Croton-on-Hudson; “The Rise of Gru, Fri., Aug. 11 (postponed from July 14), Kensico Dam Plaza and “The Bad Guys” Fri., Aug. 25 at Glen Island Park, Weyman Avenue. New Rochelle. Rain or shine. Gates open at 5;30 p.m.; screenings begin at sundown. Admission and parking are free. Bring folding chairs, blankets and a picnic. Westchester residency required. For additional information call 914/864-PARK.
The Heritage of India Festival will be held Sun., Aug. 6, 12-6 p.m. at Kensico Dam Plaza, 1 Bronx River Pkwy, Valhalla. Rain or shine. Admission and parking are free. Come and enjoy children’s arts and crafts, an Indian bazaar, Henna art, Indian cuisine. Keynote speaker will be Dr. Sudhir and there will be live Indian cultural performances. Bring blankets or folding chairs for seating on the lawn; no coolers will be allowed. For additional information go to parks.westchestergov.com or call 914/864-PARK
Open Door Family Medical Center will host the Healthier Mamaroneck Access to Health Fair Sat., Aug. 5, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Open Door Mamaroneck, 689 Mamaroneck Ave. Attendees will have the opportunity to receive free health screenings for blood pressure, asthma, BMI, vision and diabetes, confidential HIV testing, COVID vaccinations, as well as a variety of wellness resources from several community-based organizations. It will feature a live DJ, Zumba demonstrations, raffles, giveaways, a balloon artist and ArtsWestchester’s Mobile which will provide art activities for children. Open to the public.
FLIP Circus will be at the Jefferson Valley Mall, 650 Lee Blvd., Yorktown Heights Fri.-Tues., Aug. 11-15. Show times are 7:30 p.m. weekdays and 1, 4 & 7 p.m. Sat. & Sun. This high energy show takes place under a red & white 800-seat, air-conditioned big top tent with no seat more than 50’ from the ring. Circus features an incredible assemblage of international acts that are guaranteed to amaze and amuse. For tickets and additional information go to www.FlipCircus.com. Tickets will also be available in person at the box office.
Federated Conservationists of Westchester is offering a Naturalist’s Choice Hike Sat., July 29 at 11:30 a.m. at Moorestead, 455 Byram Lake Rd., Mt. Kisco. Enjoy a guided hike on the beautiful trails focusing on a topic of the naturalist’s choosing. For additional information call 914/422-4053.
The Glen Island Sand Art Competition will be held Sat., Aug. 5 at 11 a.m. at Weyman Avenue, New Rochelle. Teams should be comprised of at least two participants, with a maximum of 10. Each team will be provided with three, 5-gallon buckets, a spray bottle and access to water. Additional tools can be brought from home. Building begins at 11 a.m. and ends at 4 p.m. Winners will be announced at 4 p.m. Trophies and additional prizes will be awarded to the first, second and third place winning teams. Registration is free; parking and admission fees apply. Registration is required at parks.westchestergov.com
The Greenwich Historical Society has announced free admission for kids 18 & under plus one accompanying adult at the Bush-Holley Museum, 39 Strickland Ave., Cos Cob thru Sept. 3. Museum hours: Mon.-Frii., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Bush-Holley House Tours take place every Saturday at 12 p.m. thru Sept. 2. Space is limited and reservations are recommended. Colonial Recess will take place every Wednesday in August, 1-3 p.m. Sneakers recommended. Adult supervision required. For information about all programs call 203/869-6899.
The Greenwich Historical Society will present Music on the Great Lawn featuring Margi & The Dapper Dots, Thurs., Aug. 3, 6:30-8 p.m. Grounds open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are required at www.greenwichhistory.org
Westchester Roots presented by Montefiore Einstein will feature the Art Bennett Memorial Concert, Sat., July 29, 3-5 p.m. at ArtsWestchester Gallery, 31 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains; Dancemaster at Jamaican Independence Day, Sun., Aug. 6 at 4 p.m. at Hartley Park, 125 Gramatan Ave., Mt. Vernon; Jonathan Scales Fourchestra, Tues., Aug. 8 at 8:30 p.m. at City Hall Plaza, 1 Roosevelt Square, Mt. Vernon. Free. www.artswestchester.com
The Hey Stamford Food Festival will be held Fri.-Sun., Aug. 11-13 and 18-20 at Mill River Park, 1010 Washington Blvd. Hours: Fridays 4-9 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 1-9 p.m. Event will focus on food and community and will feature food trucks, CT’s ultimate pizza party, a Taylor Swift dance party, reality TV star, local, live music and more. For info on daily events, ticket prices and to purchase tickets go to www.heystamfordfoodfest.com
The Putnam County Country Fest and 4-H Showcase will be held Sat. & Sun., July 29 & 30 at Veterans Memorial Park, 201 Gipsy Trail Rd., Kent Cliffs. The festival kicks off July 29 at 10 a.m. and will include a craft show featuring local artists; vendors, live music, food trucks and lots of activities for kids including miniature pony rides and a helicopter landing. On Sunday there will be horse and dog showmanship demonstrations, Touch A Truck, an apple pie bake-off and the 2nd Annual Duck Derby. Putnam.cce.cornell/edu
The Art Society of Old Greenwich will present the Flinn Summer Show, Reviving Summer Rhythms at the Greenwich Library, 101 W. Putnam Ave. Tues. Aug. 1-Aug. 18. There will be a reception Thurs., Aug. 3, 5:30-7 p.m. 203/629-1533.
Katonah Museum of Art, 134 Jay St., will host Summer Creativity Club, Wed., Aug. 2 & 9, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for kids ages 6-12. Projects include experimenting with the art of cyanotype, creating large scale collages, plein art painting and blue mixed media artworks. Sign up for one or more workshops. $60 for non-members per class; $50 for members per class. Registration required at www.katonahmuseum.org
Friends of Rye Nature Center will present a free meet & greet with their program animals Thurs., Aug. 10, 11:30 a.m.-12 p.m. at 873 Boston Post Rd., Rye. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Register at www.ryenaturecenter.org or 914/907-5150.
Jay Heritage Center, 210 Boston Post Rd., Rye, will present Garden Tours Sun., July 30, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free, but registration is required at www.jayheritagecenter.org or 914/698-9275.
Pelham Art Center, 155 Fifth Ave., will offer workshops this summer including Sound Healing & Meditation for adults and ages 14+, Sun., July 30, 10:30-11:30 a.m. $25 for non-members; $21 seniors.; Portrait Collage for adults 14+ Wed., Aug. 2, 6-8:30 p.m.; $75 non-members; $64 seniors; R&B Yoga Flow for adults 10+ Sun., Aug. 6, 10:30-11:30 a.m. $25 non-members; $21 seniors. Additional workshops will be listed in upcoming issues. Register at www.pelhamartcenter.org
The Bruce Museum at the Seaside Center, Floren Family Environmental Center, Innis Arden Cottage, Greenwich Point Park, Old Greenwich, will offer Escape to the Seashore and Learn Macramé Sat., July 29, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. with Summer Naturalist Sage Videla. For ages 12 & up. You will be led through a lesson on creating a beaded wall hanging using macramé techniques. Seashells, beads and cotton rope will be provided, but attendees are encouraged to bring or collect their own shells to add to their wall hanging. All experience levels are welcome. $60 for non-members. Reserve at www.brucemuseum.org.
Park and Read, a summer read-aloud program aimed at fostering a love for reading in young children, will take place Fri., July 28 at Tibbetts Brook Park, 355 Midland Ave., Yonkers; Mon.-Thurs., July 31-Aug. 3 at Saxon Woods Park, 1800 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains and Mon.-Thurs. Aug. 7-10 at Kensico Dam Plaza, 1 Bronx River Pkwy., Valhalla. The program welcomes children accompanied by a guardian and admission is free. Pre-registration is not required; however, participants must adhere to the Westchester County residence rules. The program is for children ages 3-6 and takes place 11-11:45 a.m. and features interactive storytelling sessions in both English and Spanish. For additional information go to https://parks.westchestergov.com/park-and-read0
The Westchester County Parks Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation is offering Fitness in Parks classes at Tibbetts Brook’s new fitness area, 355 Midland Ave, Yonkers, Sun. July 30 beginning at 8 a.m. Classes will be led by Gina Lee, a certified personal group fitness trainer. All sessions will end with a brisk walk in the park. Admission and parking are free. Class registration is not required. Participants must be age 16 or older. www.westchestercountyny.gov
Wainwright House, 260 Stuyvesant Ave., Rye offers Yoga with Lekelien, Wednesdays, 5-6 p.m. and Fridays, 9:30-11 a.m., $20-$25; Therapeutic Sound Meditation, Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. & 6:30 p.m., $30; Latin Jazz Night in the Tent, Sat., July 29, 5-8 p.m. Join dance instructor Elin Waterston for a group lesson followed by music from the Carlos Jimenez Mambo Quartet and light bites; BYOB. $50 for non-members; Critical Alignment Yoga Workshop with Iekelien Buurman, Thurs., Aug. 3, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Includes light refreshment. $90; an Historical Kayak Tour to explore Milton Harbor with Wainwright historian, Deborah Walker, Sat., Aug. 12, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Complimentary for members; $20 for non-members. Register at www.wainwright.org
Bicycle Sundays will take place on the Bronx River Parkway July 30; Sept. 10, 17 & 24, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Events begin at Westchester County Center in White Plains and continue to Exit 22 at Scarsdale Road, Yonkers. The Parkway is closed during Bicycle Sundays.
St. Paul’s Church National Historic Site, 897 S. Columbus Ave., Mt. Vernon is presenting George Washington Tuesdays in August, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Learn about the history of the site and the American Revolution from Gen. George Washington portrayed by living historian, Michael Grillo. Free. www.nps.gov.sapa
Swim Across America Long Island Sound Chapter invites swimmers to participate in events this summer including a Long Island Sound Open Water Swim at Larchmont Yacht Club, 1 Woodbine Ave., Sat., July 29. Mandatory check in 6-6:45 a.m., safety talk at 7 a.m. followed by swim; at Lake Isle Country Club, 660 White Plains Rd., Eastchester, Sat., Aug. 5. 7-9:30 a.m. To register to swim or volunteer to help, go to www.swimacrossamerica.org
The Westport Country Playhouse, at Powers Court, is presenting “Dial M for Murder” thru July 30. Performances are 8 p.m. July 28 & 29; 3 p.m.; July 29 & 30. Tickets are $35-$55.www.westportplayhouse.org.
The Kweskin Theatre at Curtain Call, Inc., 1349 Newfield Ave., Stamford will present “The Addams Family” Fri. & Sat., Aug. 4 & 5 and Thurs.-Sat., Aug. 10-12. The 33rd annual Summer Youth Theatre production is a comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family and features an original story that’s every father’s nightmare. Performances are Thurs.-Sat. at 7:30 p.m.; Sun. at 2 p.m. Tickets are $41 adults; $31 senior citizens and $21 for children under 21. www.curtaincallinc.com
The Emelin Theatre presents Concerts in the Park, Lanza Field, Harbor Island Park, Mamaroneck Wed., Aug. 9 at 7 p.m. featuring Tramps Like Us: The nation’s #1 Bruce Springsteen Tribute. No rain date. Free and no tickets or reservations required. There will be food trucks on site and free parking at Harbor Island Park after 4 p.m. www.emelin.org
Caramoor, 149 Girdle Ridge Rd., Katonah will present The Knights with Pekka Kuusisto, Fri., July 28, 8 p.m.; Harlem Chamber Players, Sat., July 29 at 11 a.m. $25 per adults; free for children; Arooj Aftab, Vijay Iyer, Shahzad Ismaily: Love in Exile at 8 p.m. $59 for adults; $29 for children; Garrick Ohlsson, piano, Sun., July 30, ck Ohlsson, piano, Sun., July 30, 4 p.m., Tengyue Zhang, guitar, Thurs., Aug. 3, 7 p.m. $39 for adults; $29 children; Zhu Wang, piano, Sat., Aug. 5, 5 p.m. $49 for adults; free for children; Mary Chapin Carpenter at 7:30 p.m.; Orchestra of St. Luke’s & Alisa Weilerstein, Sun., Aug. 6, 4 p.m. For prices not listed, additional information and to select and purchase tickets, go to www.caramoor.org
The NY Opera Conservatory will present Donizetti’s “Elixir of Love” at the Croton Free Library, 171 Cleveland Ave., Croton-on-Hudson at 7 p.m. Wed., Aug. 9, Fri., Aug. 11 and Sat. & Sun., Aug. 12 & 13. Free. Elixir is a comedy about a country bumpkin who falls madly in love with an educated girl who doesn’t return his affection. A snake oil salesman comes to town and sells him a “secret love potion: that will make anyone who drinks it fall in love with him. www.TaconicOpera.org
Chill Bucket Productions is calling for film submissions for its 2nd Below the Line Film Festival. Submissions will be accepted thru Aug. 1 with an extended deadline of Aug. 22. Selections will be announced in late August, streamed online for the entire month of September and then screened at the Episcopal Actors Guild Hall in NYC Sept. 29 & 30. Categories may include, but are not limited to drama, comedy, documentary, LGBTQIA+, technical excellence, horror, youth filmmaker and animated. For information about submitting a film, go to chillbp.com
The Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival featuring “Henry V” is being presented thru Aug. 21 at 7:30 p.m. at 2015 Rte. 9, Garrison. Tickets start at $10. www.hvshakespeare.org
The Greenwich Historical Society, 47 Strickland Rd., Cos Cob will present Tavern Garden Markets Wed., Sept. 6, 20, Oct. 4 & 19. www.greenwichhistory.org
Hilltop Hanover Farm, 1271 Hanover St., Yorktown Heights, offers a Table Series the first Sat. of the month, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (no event in Sept.). Participants will learn the organic growing process, harvest ingredients and prepare seasonal meals in the farm kitchen. $20 per person. All ages welcome. Children 10 & under must be accompanied by an adult; children ages 5 & under are free. Family registration is available for $50 per family; Tomato Master Class Series Sat., Aug. 26, 9-11 a.m. $20 per person; free for children 5 & under. Class will focus on a different aspect of tomato growing. All ages are welcome; children under age 14 must be accompanied by a participating adult. Registation required at 914/862-5050 or www.hilltopohanoverfarm.org
Westchester Children’s Museum, 100 Playland Parkway, Rye presents Weekend Story Time every Sat. & Sun, 10:30 a.m., 12:30 & 2:30 p.m.; Maker May, Sat. & Sun., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Make discoveries at Maker May! Making your own paper, record music with Bach to Rock, and bring your own robotics to life with iCamp! Good for all ages. All activities included with admission—$10 per person; $9 for seniors and free for children under 1 and members. Hours: 7 days a week, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. For additional information and registration go to www.discoverwcm.org.
Greenwich Hospital will offer The Nurse is at the Greenwich Library, 101 W. Putnam Ave., Mon., July 31, Aug. 7, 14, 21 & 28, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; at the YMCA of Greenwich, 50 E. Putnam Ave., Mon., July 31 & Aug. 14 10-11 a.m.; at Byram Shubert Library, 21 Mead Ave., Greenwich, Wed., Aug. 2, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. at Perrot Memorial Library, 90 Sound Beach Ave., Old Greenwich, Free. A nurse is on site to take blood pressure and answer health questions. For information call 203/863-4444.
Greenwich Hospital will provide free care seat safety checks Wed., Aug. 2 & 16 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at W. Putnam Medical Center, 500 W. Putnam Ave. To make an appointment call 203/200-KIDS or email [email protected]
The White Plains Library, 100 Martine Ave., White Plains will offer Rock Your World Kids Concert for ages 2-6 and families Wed., Aug. 2 at 11 a.m. It is an educational multicultural music show with instruments kids get to play; Poetry Slam & Open Mic at 7 p.m.; Igloo Minecraft VR for Teens, Thurs., Aug. 3, 3 p.m.; Casey Carle’s Bubblemania for families, Sat., Aug. 5, 2 p.m.; 3D Printing for teens in grades 7-12 Mon.-Thurs., Aug. 7-10 at 1 p.m. First come, first served; Igloo Virtual Destinations Tour, Tues., Aug. 8, 12:15 p.m.; Insects in the Igloo: Ladybugs, Wed., Aug. 9, 2 & 2:30 p.m.; Igloo Virtual Tour: Visit Harvard College, Thurs., Aug. 10, 4 p.m. www.whiteplainslibrary.org
Tarrytown Music Hall, 13 Main St. will present Krishna Das: A benefit concert for Tibetan Home of Hope, Thurs., Aug. 10. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; show at 7 p.m. $50-$70. www.tarrytownmusichall.org
Jazz Forum Arts, 1 Dixon La., Tarrytown, will present Bria Skonberg, Fri. & Sat., July 28 & 29, 7 & 9;30 p.m.; $30-$35; Kathryn Farmer Quartet, Sun., July 30, 4 & 6 p.m. $15-$20; Willie Jones III Quartet, Fri. & Sat., Aug. 4 & 5, 7 & 9:30 p.m. $25-$30; Klaus Mueller Quartet, Sun., Aug. 6, 4 & 6 p.m. $15-$20; Jam Session at 8 p.m. Tickets sold only at the door; Rodney Jones quartet feat. Ron Blake, Lonnie Plaxico and Carl Allen, Fri. & Sat., Aug. 11 & 12, 7 & 9:30 p.m. $25-$30; Greg Abate Quartet, Sun., Aug. 13, 4 & 6 p.m.; $15-$20. $10 minimum in food or drink per person. www.jazzforumarts.org.
Jazz Forum Arts in Tarrytown is presenting Free Outdoor Summer Concerts at the following venues: Waterfront Park, Dobbs Ferry; Lyndhurst in Tarrytown; Henry Gourdine Park in Ossining and Horan’s Landing in Sleepy Hollow. Concerts are 6:30-8 p.m. For complete information on dates and the program at each location go to www.jazzforumarts.org
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
Exhibits
A New Summer Art Installation: The Bulldog Walking Gallery 2023 is on view on Main Street and Bridge Street, Irvington thru September. It features bulldogs which have long been the mascot of Irvington. They signify strength and courage, especially among its sports teams. The new art installation pays tribute this summer to the village’s beloved mascot.
Pelham Art Center, 155 Fifth Ave., will present PAC Student Exhibition, thru Sept. 1. Gallery hours: Mon.-Wed. & Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs., 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat. & Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. www.pelhamartcenter.org
The Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Dr., Greenwich, is presenting Penguins Past & Present thru Aug. 6. The journey starts more than 60 million years ago with fossils of the ancient ancestors of today’s penguins. Exhibit includes a 3D life-size model of a penguin that visitors can take apart and put back together and Mark Dion and Alexis Rockman: Journey to Nature’s Underworld thru Aug. 27. Reservations recommended. Hours: Tues.-Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission: $20 adults; $15 seniors (62+) and students; free for children under 5 and members. BruceMuseum.org
The Mamaroneck Artists Guild, 1987 Palmer Ave., Larchmont is presenting Summer Salon 2023: A Member Group Show featuring work in all media thru July 29. Gallery hours: Tues.-Sat., 12-5 p.m. 914/834-1117; www.mamaroneckartistsguild.org
The C. Parker Gallery, 409 Greenwich Ave., Greenwich is presenting two of the world’s foremost conservation champions/nature photographers, Paul Nicklen and Cristina Mittermeier thru July 30. Gallery hours: Tues.-Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 203/661-0205.
Neuberger Museum of Art at Purchase College, 735 Anderson Hill Rd., Purchase, announces the exhibit “A Matter of Discovery: The Art of Luis Perelman” which runs thru Nov. 5. Dynamic retrospective features signature resin sculptures and never-before-seen studies. Admission to the museum is free. Hours: Wed.-Sun., 12-5 p.m.
Riverfront Art Gallery at the Yonkers Public Library, 1 Larkin Center, is presenting Love is the Only Norm, a group exhibition challenging viewers to consider identity beyond binaries while celebrating the depth, breadth and complexities of gender expression, thru Aug. 26. Gallery hours: Mon.-Wed., 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sun., 12-5 p.m. www.ypl.org
Westchester Children’s Museum, 100 Playland Pkwy, Rye, is presenting A World of Possibilities organized by The Arc Westchester. It is an exhibit of vibrant original works of art made by children with developmental disabilities supported by The Arc Westchester’s Children’s School for Early Development and adult artists participating in programs at The Arc Westchester. The colorful canvas designs represent each student’s individual creativity, fostered in a nurturing setting. Museum hours: Wed.-Sun., 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $10 per person; $9 for seniors and free for children under 1 and members. www.discoverwcm.org
Summer Camps & Programs
Registration is open for Hilltop Hanover Farm’s Summer Programming for Children. The farm at 1271 Hanover St., Yorktown Heights offers children the chance to have fun and learn about gardening, sustainable and organic planting practices, taste their harvest and more at the variety of summer programming. Programs include weekly, bi-weekly and daily sessions through August:
Farm Team: Aspiring young farmers will learn how to work outdoors in the fields, weeding, watering, harvesting, and caring for vegetables. For ages six and up.
Tiny Farmers: Meet the animals, play with seeds, discover new plants and taste fresh produce, get creative with flowers and herbs, and explore the forest trails. For ages five and under and their caregivers.
Kids Farm to Table: Learn the relationship between real food and lifelong nutrition and health, and discuss the impacts of sustainable and organic practices, harvest ingredients together, and prepare a seasonal lunch. For ages five and up.
August Camp: Kids will explore the forest spaces, the growing spaces, meet the animals, play games, get dirty, plant seeds, pull weeds, and enjoy being outdoors in the best time of year! For ages six and up.
For additional info, call 914/862-5050, or visit hilltophanoverfarm.org.
Summer Camps at The Picture House in both Pelham and Bronxville will begin July 31 featuring Documentary Intensive for High School Students, July 31-Aug. 4, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. $500 for non-members; Green Screen Camp for Middle School, July 31-Aug. 4; July 7-11 (Bronxville), 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Registration is available for one or both weeks. $900 non-members for 2 weeks; $500 for 1 week; Page to Screen for K-8, Aug. 7-11; Aug. 14-18 (Pelham) and Aug. 14-18; Aug. 21-28 (Bronxville), 9 a.m.-2 p.m. $900 for 2 weeks non-members; $500 for 1 week. Registration is available for one or both weeks. The films made at camp will premiere at the Student Showcase—a special red carpet event in the fall., where filmmakers get to see their work on the big screen. Use the grade your child will be entering in the fall to determine which camp session they’re eligible for. For additional information go to www.thepicturehouse.org
Westchester County’s Learn to Swim Program for children ages 3-14 is open for registration. New this year are sessions for adults beginning at age 15. The program will take place at all four county-owned pools—Saxon Woods in White Plains, Sprain Ridge and Tibbetts Brook, both in Yonkers. A later date will be announced for registration at Willson’s Woods in Mt. Vernon. Learn to Swim for ages 15 & older will be held Sat., July 29-Aug. 13. 9:15-10 a.m. Each session is $80 per person for both age groups. For additional information and registration call 914/231-4556.
Westchester County Sports Camp enrollment for Slam Dunk Basketball Camp, HEAT Baseball Camp and Hole-in-One Jr. Golf Camp are open now. Slam Dunk Basketball Camp will be held at Westchester County Center for children entering grades 3-9 as of Sept. 2023. Four week-long sessions run Mon.-Fri., thru Aug. 11, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $375 per camper per session (includes lunch). HEAT Baseball Camp for children ages 8-15 as of May 1, 2023 will be held at VF Macy Park, Ardsley. Four-week sessions run Mon.-Fri., thru Aug. 4, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. $300 per camper per session. Hole-in-One Junior Golf Camp will be held at all six Westchester County golf courses for campers ages 10-17. Two-week sessions at Dunwoodie and Sprain Lake, Yonkers; Hudson Hills, Ossining, Maple Moor, White Plains; Mohansic, Yorktown Heights. Times vary. $75 per camper per session. For additional information go to https://parks.westchestergov.com/children-camps or call 914/231-4673.
Rye Arts Center at 51 Milton Road has announced that registration is open for their Summer Musical Theater for ages 8-13. Camp will run Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-3 p.m. featuring the following shows: Beauty & the Beast, July 31-Aug. 4; Lion King, Aug. 7-11 and Seussical Aug. 14-18. $475/week. 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 a.m.- 3 p.m. $375. Program features Zombies, Aug. 15-18; Encanto Aug. 21-25 and The Addams Family Aug. 28-Sept. 1. www.clocktowerplayers.com/register
Friends of Rye Nature Center’s 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
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