Nearby In-Person Events

A New Summer Art Installation: The Bulldog Walking Gallery 2023 is on view on Main Street and Bridge Street in Irvington thru Sept. 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 to the village’s beloved mascot this summer.

The American Red Cross will hold blood donation opportunities including at the Rye YMCA, 21 Locust Ave., Mon., June 19, 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; at American Legion Post 345, Flint Park, 1 Locust Ave., Larchmont Tues., June 27, 12-5 p.m. and at Taylor Pavilion South, 100 Woods Rd., Valhalla, Thurs., June 29, 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. To make an appointment go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-733-2787.

Greenwich Hospital will present The Nurse is In at Greenwich Library, 101 W. Putnam Ave., Mon., June 19 & 28, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; at Greenwich Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Shop, 199 Hamilton Ave., Mon., June 19, 10-11 a.m.; YWCA of Greenwich, 259 E. Putnam Ave., Mon., June 26, 10-11 a.m. Free. A nurse will be on site to take blood pressure and answer health questions and free hernia screening at Greenwich Hospital, 5 Perryridge Rd., Sat., June 24, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. For information call 203/863-4444.

Westchester Roots presented by Montefiore Einstein will host free live music & arts events this summer including Performing Families Wed., June 21, 6:30-8 p.m. at Peekskill Landing Park on the waterfront in Peekskill. Additional events will be listed in future issues. www.artswestchester.com

Jay Heritage Center, 210 Boston Post Rd., Rye will host a garden tour Sun., June 25, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and a tour of the 1838 Jay Mansion 2-5 p.m. www.jayheritage.org

The Katonah Museum of Art will host a Juneteenth Celebration Sat., June 17, 12-5 p.m. at Lewisboro Town Park, 1079 Rte. 35, S. Salem. Rain or shine.

Westchester Children’s Association, the only independent child advocacy organization in Westchester, will host the first Commissioners’ Conversation Thurs., June 22, 8:30-10:30 a.m. at the Greenburgh Public Library, 300 Tarrytown Rd., Elmsford. Free, but registration is required at https://bit.lyWCA_CommConv.

Pace Law School, 78 N. Broadway, White Plains will present Juneteenth: The Case for Repair Wed., June 21, 8:30-11:15 a.m. There will be a powerful policy discussion around the need to build a road map to repair and reparations. A light breakfast will be served. Keynote speaker will be Vinnie Bagwell, sculptor. RSVP by Mon., June 19 at noon to Juneteenth: The Case for Repair - Events - Westchester Women's Agenda (wwagenda.org)

Federated Conservations of Westchester County will host an Invasive Plant ID Walk #1, Tues., June 20, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at Ridge Road Park, 287 Ridge Rd., Hartsdale. No experience necessary; please bring your own water and wear clothes that can get dirty and closed toe shoes; a walking introduction to our local invasive species with Native Plants specialist Lindsey, Sat., June 24, 1-3 p.m. at Hilltop Hanover, 1271 Hanover St., Yorktown Heights. For information and to register for events go to www.fcwc.org

ArtsWestchester, 31 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains will host A Night of Chic-Cycling: A Fashion Show hosted by Andy Yu Fri., June 23 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $30 at www.artswestchester.org

Playland Park in Rye 2023 hours: Sat.& Sun., June 17 & 18, 23 & 25, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. for park; Beach & pool are open 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Wed. & Thurs., June 21 &22, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. park only; Tues., June 20, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. park only. Sat., June 24, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. park; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. beach & pool. On Father’s Day, Sun., June 18, Playland will offer free family photos to all dads from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and the Park will host a special free Juneteenth celebration Mon., June 19. The Park will welcome all guests to enjoy the vibrant, festive and memorable performances that will feature a variety of artists, musicians and dancers who will perform Motown doo wop songs, host a children’s West African dance workshop and more culminating to electric pulsating drum and dance circles by Bokandeye African American Dance Theater. Additional dates will be listed in future issues. Parking is $20 on weekdays & weekends; $30 on holidays. There will be fireworks Mon., June 19, July 31 & Sept. 3 at 9 p.m. For admission pricing, event schedule and to purchase tickets, go to www.playland.com

The African American Festival will be held Sun., June 25 at Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla, 12-6 p.m. Rain or shine. Seating is informal; bring blankets or folding chairs for seating on the lawn. No coolers allowed. Admission and parking are free. For additional information go to parks.westchestergov.com or call 914/964-PARK

The Westchester County Parks Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation is offering Fitness in Parks classes at Tibbett’s Brook’s new fitness area, 355 Midland Ave, Yonkers Sundays thru 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

The American Lung Association will hold a Lung Force Walk to end lung cancer Sat., June 17 at Manhattanville College, 2900 Purchase St. Purchase. 9 a.m. Registration begins at 7 p.m. For additional information and to register go to LUNGFORCE.org/HudsonValley

St. Paul’s National Historic Site, 897 S. Columbus Ave., Mt. Vernon, will host a reenactment commemorating the Juneteenth celebration of the end of slavery in Texas in 1865 Mon., June 19 at 1 p.m. Free. www.nps.gov/sapa

Wainwright House, 260 Stuyvesant Ave., Rye will host a Summer Solstice Celebration with Sunset Yoga & your favorite drink, Tues., June 20 at 7:30 p.m. They will offer Mindfulness Chair Yoga, Mon., June 26, 11-11:45 a.m. followed by tea; 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. Register at www.wainwright.org

Bicycle Sundays will take place on the Bronx River Parkway June 18, 25, 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.

Pelham Art Center at 155 Fifth Ave., will host African Storyteller Beth Atiavila Mucaki Wed., June 21 at 5:30 p.m. The interactive event is appropriate for all ages and the following workshops in June: Gentle Yoga Flow, Sun., June 23, 10-11 a.m. For adults 10+. $25. Figure Drawing, Sun., June 25, 3-5 p.m. For adults 14+. $37. Register at www.pelhamartcenter.org

The Picture House, 84 Kraft Ave., Bronxville, will present a screening of “Loren and Rose,” followed by a Q&A with actress Jacqueline Bisset, Sun., June 25 at 1 p.m. $15 adults; $12 seniors & students. www.thepicturehouse.org

Caramoor, 149 Girdle Ridge Rd., Katonah will present Opening Night Concert: Audra McDonald, Sat., June 17 at 7 p.m. Limited availability; Family event: Gotta Swing, Eyal Wilner Swing Band, Sun., June 18, 1:30 p.m. $20 adults; $10 kids; Hot Jazz Age Frolic: Eyal Wilner Big Band at 4 p.m. $50; $90 premium; $25 kids; Concert on the Lawn: The Harlem Gospel Travelers, Thurs., June 22 at 7 p.m. $39; $19 for kids; Brooklyn Rider: The Four Elements, Fri., June 23 at 8 p.m. Chamber music; American Roots Music Festival, Sat., June 24, 12:30 p.m.; Francesca Caccini’s “Alcina,” Sun., June 25, 4 p.m. For prices where not listed, additional information and to purchase tickets go to www.caramoor.org

Chill Bucket Productions is calling for film submissions for its 2^nd 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

Curtain Call Inc., 1349 Newfield Ave., Stamford will present the Stephen Sondheim musical “Assassins” in the Kweskin Theatre the weekend of June 16. Due to language, themes and violence, this production is not recommended for younger audiences. The musical profiles John Wilkes Booth who shot Lincoln, Charles Guiteau who shot Garfield, Leon Czogsoz who shot McKinley, Lee Harvey Oswald who shot Kennedy as well as lesser-known individuals who didn’t succeed in their mission. Performances are Fri. & Sat. at 8 p.m.; Sun. at 2 p.m. Tickets are $38; $28 for seniors and $21 for children under 21 at www.curtaincallinc.com or 203/481-6358.

The Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival featuring “Henry V” will be presented thru Aug. 21 at 7:30 p.m. at 2015 Rte. 9, Garrison. Tickets start at $10. www.hvshakespeare.org

Greenwich Historical Society, 47 Strickland Rd., Cos Cob will present Tavern Garden Markets Wed., June 28, Sept. 6, 20, Oct. 4 & 19. Free; Music on the Great Lawn featuring Billy & The Showmen, Thurs., June 22 at 6:30 p.m. Registration is required at 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. Registration is required. Tomato Master Class Series Sat., June 24 & Aug. 26, 9-11 a.m. $20 per person; free for children 5 & under. Each 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. Register at 914/862-5050 or www.hilltopohanoverfarm.org

The Emelin Theatre, 153 Library La., Mamaroneck will present Peter Fogel’s ‘Til Death Do Us Park: You First!’, Sat., June 17 at 8 p.m. $39/$34; Spyro Gyra, Wed., June 21 at 7 p.m. Jazz. $77, $72 & $67; Laurel Canyon, Fri., June 23 at 8 p.m. $39 & $33 wwww.emelin.org

Tarrytown Music Hall, 13 Main St., will present The Fab Four, Sat., June 17, 8 p.m. $45.50-$75.50; Movie Night: “Other People’s Children,” Sun., June 18, 5 p.m. general admission $16; Aimee Mann, Wed., June 21, 8 p.m., $49-$74; Eagle Mania: The World’s Greatest Eagles Tribute Band, Fri., June 23, 8 p.m. $25-$45; Colin Quinn: Small Talk, Sat., June 24 8 p.m. $39-$54. www.tarrytownmusichall.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! We’ll be making our own paper, recording music with Bach to Rock, and bringing our 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.

White Plains Public Library, 100 Martine Ave., will offer Tech Tuesday for Youth June 20 at 4 p.m.; Igloo Virtual Reality for Kids: Vehicles and More, Sat., June 17, 2 p.m. Register at www.whiteplainslibrary.org

Jazz Forum Arts, 1 Dixon La., Tarrytown, will present the Bill Charlap Trio, Fri. & Sat., June 16 & 17, $25-$40; Armen Donelian Trio ft. Jay Anderson & Dennis Mackrel, Sun., June 18, 4 & 6 p.m. $15-$20; Mike LeDonne’s Groover Quartet, Fri. & Sat., June 23 & 24, 7 & 9:30 p.m. $30-$35; Leonieke Scheuble Organ Quartet feat. Bill Crow, Sun., June 25, 4 & 6 p.m. $20. $10 minimum in food or drink per person. 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

The Historic Jay Gardens at the Jay Heritage Center, 210 Boston Post Rd., Rye is open for self-guided tours 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

ArtsWestchester, 31 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains is presenting An Exhibition by The Ground Glass thru July 23. The exhibited photographs approach lens-based art differently; however, they all have a similar passion for seeing and sharing a vision of the community they call home—Westchester County. There will be a reception Sun., June 25, 2-4 p.m. Gallery hours: Wed.-Fri. & Sun., 12-5 p.m. and Sat., 12-6 p.m.

Neuberger Museum of Art at Purchase College, 735 Anderson Hill Rd., Purchase, announces the opening of “A Matter of Discovery: The Art of Luis Perelman.” Runs thru Nov. 5. Dynamic retrospective features signature resin sculptures and never-before-seen studies. Admission to the museum and reception are free.

Madelyn Jordon Fine Art, 37 Popham Ave., Scarsdale is presenting Spring Collections, a group exhibition featuring new works by their gallery artists and a few favorites from their inventory thru June 30. Gallery hours: Wed.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 914/723-8738; www.madelynjordonfineart.com

Rye Arts Center, 51 Milton Rd. is presenting Sherri Paul: Manhattan Moments in Gallery B thru June 21. Showcases 20 paintings that capture fleeting moments in people’s lives. Gallery hours: Mon.-Wed., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June-Aug. www.ryearstcenter.org

Pelham Art Center, at 155 Fifth Ave., will present the winner of its 12^th Biennial Rutsch Award, Haley Hasler in a solo exhibition thru July 16. Gallery hours: Mon.-Wed. & Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thurs., 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. www.pelhamartcenter.org

Mamaroneck Artists Guild, 1987 Palmer Ave., Mamaroneck is presenting Construct/Deconstruct: Solo Photography Show by Linda Greenhouse, thru June 24.  Gallery hours: Fri. & Sat., 12-5 p.m. www.mamaroneckartistguild.org

The Riverfront Art Gallery at the Yonkers Public Library, 1 Larkin Center, will present 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

The Katonah Museum of Art, 134 Jay St. is presenting Miniature Worlds: Joseph Cornell, Ray Johnson, Yayoi Kusama thru June 25. Exhibit explores the relationships between Joseph Cornell and two pioneering artists—Ray Johnson and Yayoi Kusama—and brings their works together for the first time. Hours: Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 12-5 p.m. $12 adults; $6 seniors and students; free for members and children under 12. For tickets go to www.katonahmuseum.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

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. www.pelhamartcenter.org

Summer Camps & Programs

HEAT Baseball Camp will be offered by Westchester County Parks at V.E. Macy Park in Ardsley this summer. Session 1: July 10-14; Session 2: July 17-21: Session 3: July 24-28 and Session 4: July 31-Aug. 8. Sessions run 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Players must be 8-13 years old as of May 1, 2023. Players will be divided into two groups by age—8-11 and 12-15. HEAT Basketball Camp will cover all areas of the game including fielding, pitching, hitting, base running, strength and conditioning, game situations and baseball IQ. $325 per camper per week. For additional information go to https://parks.westchester.gov.com/children-camps-baseball-camp or call 914/231-4673

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 children will be held in two sessions—Tues.-Thurs., with Session 1 Mon., July 3 (no class Thurs., July 4)-Thurs., July 20. Session 2 will run Tues., July 25-Thurs. Aug. 10. Class times are 9-9:50 a.m. and 9:55-10:15 a.m. for both sessions. Learn to Swim for ages 15 & older will be held in two sessions—Sat. & Sun., Sat., July 8-Sun., July 23 and Sat., July 29-Aug. 13. Times for both sessions are 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, JustinTime Baseball Summer 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., July 10-Fri., Aug. 11, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $375 per camper per session (includes lunch). JustinTime Baseball Summer Camp provides half-day instruction for children ages 5-15 at Scout Field in Bronxville with six four-day sessions Mon., June 26-Thurs., Aug. 8, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. $400 per camper per session. 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., July 10-Fri., 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 and Saxon Woods, Scarsdale will run Mon., July 17-Fri., Aug. 3. 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: 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 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 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 and Trailside Nature Camp registration is taking place now. Registration for these programs can be done via webtrac. Muscoot Farm’s Young Farmer is for children grades 1-8, July 3-Aug. 18, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Young Wranglers is for children ages 4 & 5. 1-week programs are June 19-23, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. or 1-3:30 p.m. and June 21-25, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. or 1-3:30 p.m. $179 per camper per week. Trailside Nature Camp at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation is for pre-K-grade 8. For dates, date information and all camp registrations, go to https://parks.westchestergov.com/children-camps