Nearby In-Person Events

Dr. Haywood Robinson, former abortion provider and director of medical affairs & education of the peaceful, prayerful, effective 40 Days for Life project, will tell the story of this groundbreaking effort in White Plains Sun., Mar. 26. He will speak at a 40 Days for Life rally at 5 p.m. in the public right-of-way outside of Planned Parenthood, 175 Tarrytown Rd., White Plains. White Plains is one of hundreds of communities around the world conducting simultaneous 40 Days for Life campaigns through Apr. 2. 40 Days for Life is an intensive campaign that focuses on 40 days of prayer and fasting for an end to abortion, peaceful vigil at abortion facilities, and grassroots educational outreach. Since 40 Days for Life began, over 22,000 mothers have chosen life for their children; more than 200 abortion workers have quit their jobs; and over 130 abortion centers where 40 Days for Life vigils have been held have gone out of business. For additional information go to www.40daysforlife.com/whiteplains

A Tri-State Engineering Expo will be held Sun., Mar. 26, 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at White Plains High School, 550 North Ave. Free. The expo aims to inspire young people to pursue an education and career in engineering. There will be interactive displays, educational discussion panels, robotics competitions and more. Event is for students and families. Register at Eventbrite.

JCC Mid-Westchester, 933 Wilmot Rd., Scarsdale will host Day at the J Sun., Mar. 26, 12:30-9 p.m. Free. Rain or shine. Event will include a KugelFest with Rhoda Shapiro of Rye Brook representing KTI of Port Chester. Taste and vote on Westchester’s best noodle kugel creations; explore the facilities, try your hand at Passover-themed activities and crafts and enjoy special performances. Children, teenagers, adults and families will all find fun and community. Event will also include nature stations, face painting, open family swim in the “Red Sea,” open gymnastics, Israeli dancing and more. www.jccmw.org

The Jay Heritage Center, 210 Boston Post Rd., Rye will host the American Women of African Heritage annual literary celebration Sat., Mar. 25 at 2 p.m. with novelist Ginger McKnight-Chavers, author of “In the Heart of Texas.” $60.54 general admission and a program Sun., Mar. 26 at 4 p.m. featuring composer Matthew Aucoin and soprano Magdalena Kuzman. Aucoin will discuss his newest book, “The Impossible Art: Adventures in Opera” and share the behind-the-scenes story of the production of his opera “Eurydice.” Kuzman will sing selections accompanied on the piano by Aucoin. Program includes champagne reception, signed book and light refreshments. $30 general admission. Register at www.jayheritagecenter.org or call 914/698-9275.

Wainwright House, 260 Stuyvesant Ave., Rye will present Fact or Fiction?: a storytelling and dance event by Trainor Dance Sat., Mar. 25 at 5:30 p.m. Performers will tell stories using language and movement and audiences will vote on the veracity of each. Guests are welcome to bring a beverage of choice. $35 for non-members. Register at www.wainwright.org

The Construction Industry Council of Westchester and the Hudson Valley is hosting its annual Hudson Valley Construction Career Day Fri., Mar. 31, 9:30 a.m. at Rockland Community College, 145College Rd., Suffern. The event is key in educating students who aren’t necessarily college-bound about career opportunities in the trades, and some 700 kids in grades 10-12 from Westchester, Putnam, Orange, Duchess and Rockland school districts are expected to attend. Raising awareness about the benefits of apprenticeships and opportunities for skilled craftspeople is a priority for strengthening our workforce, communities and overall economy. There will be  apprenticeship trainers and skilled trades people performing demonstrations--jackhammers, welding, confined space rescues.. A diverse group of students, including young women, will participate in hands-on activities and receive info about training, apprenticeships, career paths, and potential salaries and benefits. For additional information, email [email protected]

Friends of Philipse Manor Hall will host an Old New Year’s Eve Celebration Fri., Mar. 24, 6:30-9 p.m. at Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site, 29 Warburton Ave., Yonkers. From the 16^th-18^th century the English held onto the old ways, celebrating Mar. 25. The celebration will feature a short historical overview of the calendar history and traditions followed by live music by Carla and Keyes, dancing and a faux New Year’s Eve countdown. There will be hors d’oeuvres and 18^th century-inspired punch. Tickets are $35 for the general public. All proceeds benefit Philipse Manor Hall Historic Site educational programs. www.friendsofphilipsemanorhall.org/events/old-new-years-eve-celebration

Westchester’s Go Red for Women® Celebration will be held Thurs., Mar. 30 at 5 p.m. at the Surf Club on the Sound, 280 Davenport Ave., New Rochelle. Participants will be decked out from head to toe in red for the celebration to raise awareness and help fund the fight against heart disease and stroke. Theme of the event will be Be the Best and will feature tools and information to help Westchester County improve training and bystander CPR rates for women who are less likely than men to receive bystander CPR. The event will feature an engaging “Let’s Get to the Heart of it” panel discussion comprised of local experts who understand the struggles women face to juggle family, work and self-care, all while trying to prioritize health. There will be networking and a silent auction, 5:30-6 p.m. and a light meal and program 6:30-7 p.m. $200. Register at https://event.gives/goredwestchester

The Lunch & Learn Series: Avoiding the New York “Estate Tax Cliff” will be presented Wed., Mar. 29, 12-1:30 p.m. at Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP, 245 Main St., White Plains. The attorneys will cover important elder law and estate planning. Registration is required as space is limited. 914/948-1500.

The ADL (Anti-Defamation League) will present Words to Action: Empowering Jewish Students to Address Bias on Campus with two opportunities for any Jewish teen to participate—Mon., Mar. 27, 6-8 p.m. (dinner included) at Community Synagogue of Rye, 200 Forest Ave., for 7^th-12^th graders. RSVP to 914/967-6262 and Tues., Apr. 18 at KTI, 575 King St. St., Port Chester, 7-8:30 p.m. (dinner included) for 10^th-12^th graders only. This session will focus on antisemitism at colleges and universities. RSVP by Apr. 14 to 914/939-1004.

The Purchase College Jewish Studies Program, 735 Anderson Hill Rd., will present Belonging and Betrayal: How Jews Made the Art World Modern Wed., Mar. 29, 6-7:30 p.m. presented by Prof. Charles Delheim, Professor of History, Boston University. He investigates how a small number of Jews involved in the 20^th century European art world exerted enormous influence on high culture, despite the fact that they were outsiders on the margins of society. Free and open to the public. www.purchase.edu or 914/251-6550

Celebrating Israel at 75—a Concert featuring Achinoam Nini, acclaimed Israeli singer and songwriter, will take place Tues., Apr. 25 at Westchester Reform Temple, 255 Mamaroneck Rd., Scarsdale. Doors open at 6:45 p.m., concert begins at 7:30 p.m. Event will be presented by Bet Am Shalom, Beth El Synagogue, Community Synagogue of Rye, Congregation Kol Ami, Congregation K.T.I., JCC Mid-Westchester, Scarsdale Synagogue, Temples Tremont and Emanu-El, Shaarei Tikvah, Temple Israel Center, Temple Israel of New Rochelle and Westchester Reform Temple. The deadline for limited early bird $25 tickets is Mon., Apr. 3. Regular price is $36. Purchase tickets at http://bit.ly/3ELo7wH

Greenwich Hospital will offer The Nurse is In, Mon., Mar. 27 at the YWCA of Greenwich, 259 E. Putnam Ave., 10-11 a.m. and at the Greenwich Library, 101 W. Putnam Ave., 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. A nurse will be on site to take your blood pressure and answer health questions; Free. 203/863-4444.

Rye Nature Center, 873 Boston Post Rd., has announced that registration is open for their Vacation Camps that will run Mon.-Thurs., Apr. 3-6, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Daily themes will include: Nature Art (Mon.), Critter Search (Tues.), All About Birds (Wed.) and Nature Journal (Thurs.). Children should bring lunch and dress for the weather, as this is an outdoor program. $85 per day. Pre-registration is required and is available by the day. www.ryenaturecenter.org or 914/967-5150.

The Picture House in Pelham at 175 Wolfs Lane and in Bronxville at 84 Kraft Ave. will offer a Spring Break Camp, Mon.-Thurs., Apr. 3-6 for grades K-5, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. $400 per child. For additional information go to www.thepicturehouse.org

The Italian Cultural Center, 1 Generoso Pope Pl., Tuckahoe will present Wine, Cheese & The Three Chapels that Changed Art History, Wed., Mar. 29 at 7 p.m. Enjoy a unique artistic and historical journey beginning in the Scroveghi Chapel just outside Venice in Padua; the Brancacci Chapel in Florence and in Rome’s iconic Sistine Chapel. Wine & cheese included. $35, RSVP to www.wiccny.org

The Katonah Museum of Art, 134 Jay St., will offer a Craft and Connect Art Workshop: Creative Assemblage, Thurs., Mar. 30, 5:30-7:30 p.m. $50. www.katonahmuseum.org

Hilltop Hanover Farm, 1271 Hanover St., Yorktown Heights, will offer a Tomato Master Class. This three-part series will take place Sat., Mar. 25, 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.

Bedford 2030 will present The Power of Trees Community Forum, Sat., Mar. 25, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Fox Lane High School, 632 S. Bedford Rd., Bedford. $25; free for students 5-18. Breakfast/brunch add on $20. Register at www.bedford2030.org

Cross County Center, 8000 Mall Walk, Yonkers, will present the Easter Bunny, Fri., Mar. 24-Sat., Apr. 8, Mon-Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sun., 12-6 p.m. Visitors are encouraged to dress in their Sunday best for photos with the lovable bunny. Reservations are recommended at www.crosscountycenter.com

Wainwright House, 260 Stuyvesant Ave., Rye, offers Chakra Sound Bath Meditation with Gary Posner, Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. $30; Chair Yoga for Seniors, Wed., Mar. 29, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $30-$35; Tai Chi, Thursdays, 1-1:45 p.m. $30-$35. www.wainwright.org

The Emelin Theatre, 153 Library La., will present Ladies of Laughter featuring Regina DeCicco, Jane Condon and Robin Fox Sat., Apr. 1 at 8 p.m. $47, $42 & $37. www.emelin.org

The Kweskin Theatre at Curtain Call, Inc., 1349 Newfield Ave., Stamford will present “The Wizard of Oz,” Fri., Mar. 31-Apr. 22. Performances are Fri. & Sat. at 7:30 p.m., Sat. & Sun. at 2 p.m. Apr. 2, 8, 15 & 22 and a Thurs. performance Apr. 20 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $38 for adults; $28 for senior citizens and $20 for children under 21. 203/461-6358 or online at www.curtaincallinc.com

Common Ground Coffeehouse Concerts at South Presbyterian Church, 343 Broadway, Dobbs Ferry will feature Kaia Kater Sat., Mar. 25 at 7:30 p.m. Front row is sold out; general admission is $20 in advance; $25 at the door. www.commongroundconcerts.com

The Taconic Opera will present a new oratorio, “Joseph,” Sat. & Sun., Mar. 25 & 26 at 3 p.m. at the Holy Name of Mary Church, 110 Grand St., Croton-on-Hudson. $25 in advance; $20 for seniors and $12 for students; at the door: $30; $25 for seniors and $15 for students. To purchase tickets in advance, go to www.TaconicOpera.org/Tickets or call 855/888-7372.

The Performing Arts Center at Purchase College, 735 Anderson Hill Rd., will present the Purchase Opera with Mozart’s “Die Zauberflote” Thurs.-Sun., Mar. 30-Apr. 2, featuring the Purchase Symphony Orchestra. Thurs.-Sat., at 7 p.m., Sun. at 1 p.m. $22.50; $12.50 for seniors, faculty, staff and non-Purchase students. www.artscenter.org or 914/251-6200.

Irvington Theater will present free readings of four Arts Incubator Short Play Fest selections Sat., Mar. 25 at 2 p.m. at the Mercy College Lecture Hall, 555 Broadway, Dobbs Ferry. RSVP to www.irvingtontheater.com/shortplayfest2023.

Westchester Children’s Museum, 100 Playland Parkway, Rye, presents Museum Minis, every Wed., 11-11:30 a.m.; Discover Persian New Year, Sat., Mar. 25, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Good for ages 3-12. There will be a calligraphy activity and a Haftseen table. Included in museum admission--$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 Emelin Theatre, 153 Library La., Mamaroneck has announced their Film Club series Wed., Mar. 29 at 7:30 p.m. Title is not revealed until showtime. There will be a Members Only reception and their Spring 2023 Film Club—five films on five Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. beginning Apr. 12. For details and tickets go to https://emelin.org/winter-film-club/

White Plains Public Library, 100 Martine Ave., will present Tech Tuesday for Youth: Game Design for grades 4 & up, Mar. 28 at 4 p.m. and Igloo: What is the Metaverse? Wed., Mar. 29 at 5:15 p.m. Experience Virtual Reality without a headset. www.whiteplainslibrary.org

Jazz Forum Arts, 1 Dixon La., Tarrytown, will present the Houston Person Quartet, Fri. & Sat., Mar. 24 & 25, 7 & 9:30 p.m.; $30-$35; Neil Spitzer & Friends, Sun., Mar. 26, 4 & 6 p.m. $15 -$20; John Pizzarelli Trio, Fri. & Sat., Mar. 31 & Apr. 1, 7 p.m. (sold out on website) & 9:30 p.m. $40-$45; Edu Ribeiro Brazilian Trio, Sun., Apr. 2, 4 & 6 p.m. $16-$20. $10 minimum in food or drink per person. www.jazzforumarts.org.

Tarrytown Music Hall, 13 Main St., will present Rivertown Dance Academy Festival, Fri., Mar 24 at 6 p.m., Sat. & Sun., Mar. 25 & 26 at 1 p.m. $25; An Evening with Bruce Hornsby, Sun., Mar. 26 at 8 p.m. $45-$75; Anthony Rodia; Totally Relatable, Fri., Mar. 31, 7 & 9:30 p.m. $40-$65; The Manhattan Transfer 50^th Anniversary and Final World Tour, Sat., Apr. 1, 8 p.m. $55-$85. www.tarrytownmusichall.org

The Westchester Chamber Music Society will present a concert live and recorded Sun., Apr. 30 at 4 p.m. at Temple Emanu-El, 2125 Westchester Ave., Rye. It will feature the Horzsowski piano trio performing music of Shubert and Shostakovich. $40. 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 Artist Guild, 1987 Palmer Ave., Larchmont, will present its 18^th annual open juried Small Works Show in the gallery and online Tues. Mar. 28-Apr. 22. Exhibit includes all media. There will be an awards reception Sat., Apr. 1, 3-5:30 p.m. 914/834-1117 or www.mamaroneckartistsguild.org

The Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Dr., Greenwich will reopen with the exhibition Lois Dodd: Natural Order, on view Sun., Apr. 2-May 28. The title refers to the artist’s enduring interest in nature and to the underlying geometry that structures her work. Hours: Tues.-Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission is free on Tues., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Regular admission is $20; $15 for seniors and students and free for members and children under 5. Reservations recommended. www.brucemuseum.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

Madelyn Jordon Fine Art, 37 Popham Rd., Scarsdale, is presenting Art X Nature: Ken Elliott, Eugene Healy & Carol Boyoucos thru Mar. 25. 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, is presenting 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

Rye Arts Center at 51 Milton Rd. is presenting 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. 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

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

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 Broxnville 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 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 a.m.- 3 p.m. $375. Program features Zombies, Aug. 15-18; Encanto Aug. 21-25 an The Addams Family Aug. 28-Sept. 1. ww.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 & 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