Nearby In-Person Events
April 3, 2024 at 4:52 p.m.
SPRYE will sponsor Empowered Living: The Art of Balancing a Healthy Lifestyle presented by Sinead Harrington and Tripta Velamoor, Fri., Apr. 5 at 1 p.m. at Rye Presbyterian Church, 882 Boston Post Rd. Free. To make a reservation call 914/481-5706.
Jay Heritage Center, 210 Boston Post Rd., Rye has announced that opening day of their gardens will be will Sun., Apr. 7, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. They will present Planting Native Trees with Doug Tallamy, Sun., Apr. 14 at 12:30 p.m. At 1:30 p.m. there will be a panel presentation from Sound Shore organizations that will share their native tree planting projects. Come at 10:30 a.m. and tour the award-winning Jay Estate Gardens. Bring your own lunch. Register at jayheritagecenter.org
A Compost Giveway will take place at H-MRF, 15 Woods Rd., Valhalla Sun., Apr. 14, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Registration required. Each registered Westchester County resident will receive a bag of compost equivalent to about one 5-gallon pail. Register at https://environment.westchestergov.com/composted
Purchase College, 735 Anderson Hill Rd. will present the Annual Jandon Business of the Arts Distinguished Lecture Mon., Apr. 8 at 6:30 p.m. with actors, directors, playwrights and authors Steven Sapp and Mildred Ruiz-Sapp. The public is invited for a dramatic performance and provocative conversation. Free. Register at www.purchase.edu/jandon
Keio Academy of NY, 3 College Rd., Purchase will host a Cherry Blossom Festival, Sat., Apr. 13, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. See the campus, enjoy a music performance, a tea ceremony and Japanese food. www.keio.edu
The Rockefeller Brothers Fund, Pocantico Center, 200 Lake Rd., Tarrytown will present a concert, Ensemble Connect Up Close, Fri., Apr. 12 at 6:30 p.m. Tradition meets innovation as the classical musicians of Ensemble Connect collaborate with electronics designer and percussionist Levy Lorenzo. $16.75. www.rbf.org
Westchester County Parks Conservation Division will hold solar eclipse viewings Mon., Apr. 8, 2-4 p.m. at Cranberry Lake Preserve in N. White Plains, Edith G, Read Wildlife Sanctuary in Playland Park, Rye, Lasdon Park & Arboretum in Katonah, Lenoir Preserve in Yonkers and Trailside Nature Museum in Pound Ridge. For information go to www.parks.westchestergov.com
The Greenwich Historical Society, 47 Strickland Rd., Cos Cob will offer a Guided Gallery Tour, Sun., Apr. 7, 1-1:30 p.m. Free with museum admission; a book talk Wed. Apr. 10, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. with Anastasia Mills Healy, author of the recently released “100 Things to Do in Connecticut Before You Die.” Free. Space is limited; registration is suggested. Admission: $10 for adults; $8 for students & seniors and free for children under 18. www.greenwichhistory.org
A Midcentury Modern on the Hudson: Hastings and Dobbs Ferry Historic House Tour will be offered by Histoury, Sat., Apr. 13 at 1 p.m. The bus start/stop location will be at the Dobbs Ferry Historical Society, 1 Elm St. Street parking and a municipal parking lot are next door. Space is limited. $75 for adults; $49 for students. Promo code: Spring10 at checkout for 10% discount. Purchase tickets at https://histoury.org/historical-tour-calendar-and-tickets/
Federated Conservationists of Westchester County will offer a Spring Discovery Walk, Sun., Apr. 7, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. at Lasdon Park & Arboretum and Veterans Memorial, 2610 NY 35, Katonah. Free. Look for the welcoming signs of spring. Register at www.fewc.org
The Picture House Bronxville, 54 Kraft Ave. has announced their new Sundays at the Cinema Spring Film Series. The four-part series features political-themed films at 1 p.m. Apr. 14, 21, 28 & May 5 hosted by veteran film critic Joe Neumaier. Tickets are on sale now at www.thepicturehouse.org/tph-film-club/
Hillside Food Outreach will host its 15th Annual Dancing with Our Stars Sat., Apr. 13 at 6 p.m. at The Summit at Danbury, 101 Reserve Rd. with dinner followed by the competition and an after-party. It will be an evening of dancing and competition with proceeds benefiting the Westchester nonprofit and its mission to deliver high quality, nutritious food each month to thousands of low income and limited mobility families, seniors and the chronically ill. Vote for your favorite dancer in advance at www.hillsidefoodoutreach.org and make a donation of $10 per vote. On Apr. 13, four champions will be named.
Rye Arts Center, 51 Milton Rd. will offer Finding Courage: Creating the At You Love led by Naomi Visdeck, Wed., Apr. 10, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. $50 general admission; Artist Talk: Silk Paintings—the Word of Berenice Pliskin, Sat., Apr. 13, 2 p.m. Free. Reserve your spot at. www.ryeartscenter.org
St. Paul’s National Historic Site, 897 S. Columbus Ave., Mt. Vernon will present their 19th annual Aronson Memorial Lecture featuring two outstanding talks capturing the Civil War era in American history, Sat., Apr. 13. Harold Holzer will speak at 1 p.m.; Dr. Ilyon Woo will speak at 4 p.m. No reservations required. For additional information go to www.nps.gov/sapa
WESPAC Foundation will host the Westchester Social Forum 2024, Sun., Apr. 14, 12-5 p.m. at the Andalusian School, 380 Walnut St., Yonkers. It will be a day of community resilience, care and power through workshops, discussions and marching. www.wespac.org0
Bedford 2030 will present Nature Sacred: Where Science Meets the Soul, Thurs., Apr. 11 at 7 p.m. at the Bedford Playhouse, 633 Old Post Rd. Alden Stoner, CEO of Nature Sacred will discuss where the science meets the soul. For tickets go to bedford2030.org
The Yonkers Public Library, 1 Larkin Center will host a Job + Resource Fair, Wed., Apr. 10, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for those who are justice-impacted and other underserved populations. For questions go to [email protected]
The Osborn, 101 Theall Rd. Rye will present Orchestra Lumos: a musical grand tour around the world in 80 minutes, Wed., Apr. 10 at 7:30 p.m. Free and open to the public.
Homes-Higgins House, Christ Church Greenwich, 218 E. Putnam Ave. will host Wine and Cheese Pairings from Around the World, Fri., Apr. 5 at 6:30 p.m. $50 per person. www.christchurchgreenwich.org
The Annual Yonkers St. Patrick’s Day Parade has been rescheduled to Sat., Apr. 6 (previously Mar. 23) on Maclean Avenue at 1 p.m. Sponsored by Empire City Casino. For information go to www.empirecitycasino.com
Westchester County Parks Job Fairs will be held Sat., Apr. 6 & 13, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Westchester County Center, 198 Central Ave., White Plains for people who want to learn more and apply for seasonal parks jobs.
Israel, Antisemitism and College, an interactive workshop, will be presented at Temple Sholom, 300 E. Putnam Ave., Greenwich, Sun., Apr. 7, 2-4:30 p.m. Speakers will include Abe Baker Butler of Rye Brook. No bags, signs or flags. Registration is required to ajc.org/westfair/collegeprep
CAREERS Support Solutions Comedy Show will be presented Fri., Apr. 12, 6:30-10 p.m. at Travelers Rest, 25 Rte. 100 Ossining. It is a comedy show fundraiser to benefit Careers programs and services which helps individuals with disabilities throughout Westchester, Putnam and lower Dutchess Counties. $75 includes the lineup of nine comedians, appetizers, a buffet dinner, dessert and an open wine/beer bar. Register and purchase tickets at www.tinyurl.com/CAREERSComedyShow
The Junior League of Central Westchester will hold a spring fundraiser, Big Night Out: The Grape Escape, Sat., Apr. 6, 6-8:30 p.m. at Wainwright House, 260 Stuyvesant Ave., Rye. Event will feature a silent auction. $95 per person. Purchase tickets at www.jlcentralwestchester.org
The Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Dr., Greenwich will host a Bruce Birthday Bash, Sat, Apr. 6, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Celebrate the one-year birthday of the expanded galleries and public spaces with workshops, hands-on activities and a building-wide selfie scavenger hunt. Admission is free for those under 18; required for everyone 18 & up; Fred Eiser First Sunday Science: Attracting and Supporting Pollinators, Sun., Apr. 7 at Innis Arden Cottage in Greenwich Point Park. Free, but reservations are required; Anila Quayyum Agha: Connecting Threads, Thurs., Apr. 11. 6-7:30 p.m. Museum admission: $20 for adults; $15 seniors & students. www.brucemuseum.org
Pelham Art Center, 155 Fifth Ave., will host a book reading of “Good Morning Clouds,” Sat., Apr. 6, 1-3 p.m. Free and open to the public; no registration is required. This program is suitable for children ages 4-5. A parent, guardian or older sibling must accompany each child. www.pelhamartcente.org
The Hudson River Museum, 511 Warburton Ave, Yonkers will host Super Solar Eclipse Sunday, Apr. 7, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Make a pinhole viewer in a Junior Docent-led workshop, practice looking at the sun safely through a solar telescope, sit for unique solar and/or lunar face painting; Super Solar Eclipse Viewing Party, Eclipse Viewing in the Courtyard. Eclipse Livestream in the Lobby, Open-Door Eclipse Presentation in the Planetarium and Capture the Moment in the Greene Education Center—all Mon., Apr. 8, 2-5 p.m. Museum admission: $13 adults; $9 seniors, students & veterans; $8 youth 3-18 free under 3. www.hrm.org
The Inaugural Westchester County Clean Energy Careers Job and Resource Fair presented by the Westchester County Office of Economic Development, 120 Bloomingdale Rd., White Plains will take place Fri., Apr. 5. The event includes a career fair from 2-7 p.m. designed for a broad audience from middle schoolers to seasoned workforce veterans. The event will also feature a keynote presentation along with two panel discussions covering clean energy training and hiring opportunities.
Rye Nature Center, 873 Boston Post Rd., Rye, will offer My Naturalist & Me, Fri., Apr. 5, 12, 25; May 3, 10, 17 & 31 at 9:45 a.m. At this fun-filled hour learn all about nature through fun activities. Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. $15 per family per session. Pre-register online at ryenaturecenter.org
Greenwich Hospital, 5 Perryridge Rd., will offer CPR Friends and Family (infant/child), Apr. 6, 20 & 22 at 39 Volunteer Lane; Women’s Heart Health, Tues., Apr. 9, 5-6 p.m.; Car Seat Safety Checks, Apr. 17 at W. Putnam Medical Center, 500 W. Putnam Ave. Free. Schedule an appointment at 203/200-KIDS. www.greenwichhospital.org
ArtsWestchester, 31 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains will honor nine individuals and organizations at its Arts Awards event Wed., Apr. 10, 11:30 a.m. at Brae Burn Country Club in Purchase. For information go to www.artswestchester.org and a Gallery Nite Out Sip & Paint, Thurs., Apr. 18, 7-8 p.m. Enjoy an evening of painting taught by a professional artist while enjoying complimentary light bites, wine or soft drinks. Age will be verified at the door. $35 general admission; $60 two tix package. Register at www.artswestchester.org
The Performing Arts Center, Purchase College, 735 Anderson Hill Rd., will present A.I.M. by Kyle Abraham, Sat., Apr. 6. $16.75-$70 and the Westchester Philharmonic, Sun., Apr. 7 at 3 p.m. Program features works of Bach, Beethoven and Mozart. $45; half-price for ages 6-16.. www.artscenter.org
Wainwright House, 260 Stuyvesant Ave., Rye offers Tai Chi with John, Thurs. 1-2 p.m.; Sunset Yoga Tues. 7:30-8:30 p.m.; Fonrose Singers, Thurs. 7-8:30 p.m.; Critical Alignment Yoga, Fri., 9:30-10:30 a.m.; and 5-6 p.m.; The Fonrose Singers, Thursdays, thru May 23. If you love to sing, join the Fonrose Singers. Register at www.wainwright.org
The Westchester, 125 Westchester Ave., White Plains, hosts Mall Walks Fridays & Tuesdays, 8-10 a.m.
Senior Cinema is taking place at The Picture House Regional Film Center (www.thepicturehouse.org). Moviegoers 65 and older enjoy a great afternoon of film and friends at the theaters in Bronxville and Pelham on Tuesday afternoons at 2:30 p.m. through June 2024. For free admission on Tuesdays, seniors should head to the box office before showtime to pick up their ticket. Annual membership holders ($55 for those 65+) will also enjoy free popcorn every time they visit the theater along with discounted tickets every day of the year. As a reminder, The Picture House Regional Film Center offers half-price tickets on Tuesdays for all other moviegoers.
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! Make 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
The White Plains Public Library, 100 Martine Ave., White Plains will offer Fun Friday Apr. 5 & 12 at 4 p.m.; 20240 Total Eclipse livestream in the media lab, Mon., Apr. 8, 2 p.m. Tech Tuesday for Youth, Apr. 9, 4 p.m. For grades 4-12; Igloo VR Fun for Youth, Wed., Apr. 10, 4:30 p.m.; Genealogy: Telling Your Story, Thurs., Apr. 11, 7 p.m.; Teen Job Search Tips; Applications, Resumes & More at 7 p.m.; Lee Palmer Storytelling Celebration presented by storyteller Rachael Harrington. Fri., Apr. 12 at 1 p.m. & Sat., Apr. 13, 11 a.m. Fun for the whole family, Refreshments will be available and Beginner Stitching Sat, Apr. 13 at 3 p.m. whiteplainslibrary.org
The Emelin Theatre for the Performing Arts, 153 Library La., Mamaroneck will present Lucy Kaplansky with Goodnight Moonshine, Fri., Apr.5 at 8 p.m. $37-$45; Rainbow Fish, Sat., Apr. 6 at 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. Recommended for ages 5-9. $24 for adults; $19 for children under 12 and Broadway Spotlight feat. Emily Bautista, Lisa Howard, Josh Tower & Sam Primack at 8 p.m. $35-$50; Chris Funk, the Wonderist, Fri., Apr. 12, 8 p.m. A night of comedy, music and magic that's refreshingly fun for all ages. $42-$48; Martin Sexton, Sat., Apr. 13, 8 p.m. $42-$55. www.emelin.org
Tarrytown Music Hall, 13 Main St., will present The World Famous Popovich Comedy Pet Theater, Fri., Apr. 5, 7 p.m. $41 for adults; $31 for kids; Shovels & Rope with special guest Al Olender, Sat., Apr. 6, 8 p.m. $41-$51; The Lion King, Jr., Sat. & Sun., Apr. 13 & 14, 12 p.m. $28; Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives, Fri., Apr. 13, 8 p.m. $49-$207; Modi, The Know Your Audience Tour, Sat., Apr. 14. Sold Out on website. www.tarrytownmusichall.org
Jazz Forum Arts, 1 Dixon La., Tarrytown, will present the Dave Janeway Quartet feat. Billy Hart & Craig Handy, Fri. & Sat., Apr. 5 & 6, 7 & 9:30 p.m.; $30-$35; Sam Martinelli Trio feat. Chuck Redd, Sun., Apr. 7, 4 & 6 p.m.$15-$20; Jam Session at 8 p.m. $5-$10. Tickets at the door only; The Battle!--Vincent Herring & Eric Alexander, Fri. & Sat., Apr.12 & 13, 7 & 9:30 p.m.. $30-$35; Joe Carter: Samba Rio Quarteto, Sun., Apr. 7, 4 4 & 6 p.m. $15-$20. $10 minimum per person on food & drink. www.jazzforumarts.org
Exhibits
Ai Bo Gallery Fine Contemporary Art, 11 Purdy Ave., Rye is presenting Rye Brook resident Marla Beth Enowitz in a Solo Exhibit thru Apr. 18. For additional information, call 914/263-7500.
The Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Dr., Greenwich is presenting Anila Quayyum Agha: Dualities, thru Apr. 21. This multidisciplinary artist uses light to transform space into immersive visual spectacles that inspire a sense of wonder; Hockney/Origins: Early Works from the Roy B. and Edith J. Simpson Collections. This ongoing exhibition features rarely displayed works on loan from the Bank of America Collection; Photographic Revolutionaries of Group f/64: Works from the Bank of America Collection. The exhibition celebrates the dawn of photography as fine art and features seminal works by Ansel Adams, Imogen Cunningham, Willard Van Dyke, Brett Weston and Edward Weston thru Apr. 28; Harry Bertola: Sculpture for Living, thru Apr. 7; Arms and Armor: Evolution and Innovation, thru Aug. 11; Andy Warhol: Small is Beautiful, Tues., Apr. 9-Oct. 13. 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
Treasures from the Westchester Historical Society exhibit will be on display at the New Rochelle Public Library, 1 Library Plaza Mon., Apr. 8-May 6. For additional information go to www.westhcesterhistory.com
Federated Conservationists of Westchester County has announced the exhibit A Plethora of Plants: Real, Observed, Imagined, Sat., Apr. 6-July 14 at Hammond Museum, 28 Deveau Rd., N. Salem. The art exhibit examines art inspired by and based on plants featuring videos, photos, drawings, paintings, textiles, sculptures and live plants. There will be an opening reception Apr. 6, 3-5 p.m. www.fcwc.org
The Yonkers Public Library, 1 Larkin Center, is presenting Bridging Chasms Exhibition: A Group Exhibition Disrupting the Concept of Borders & Offering A Vision of Hope, Healing and Inclusivity, thru May 16. There will be a Panel Artist Talk, Sat., Apr. 6 at 2 p.m. 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. [email protected]
The Katonah Museum of Art, 134 Jay St., is presenting Jungle Fool, a large outdoor sculpture, thru June 23; There Is a Body: Legacy of the Ancestral Arts in the 21st Century and Stellar Reverberations: African Masks in Outer Space, both thru June 30. Museum hours: Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun., 12-5 p.m. $12 for adults; $6 for seniors & students; free for children under 1. www.katonahmuseum.org
The Mamaroneck Artists Guild, 1987 Palmer Ave. Larchmont, is presenting the 19th annual open juried Small Works Show, in the gallery & online, thru Sat., Apr. 27. There will be an awards ceremony and reception, Sat., Apr. 6, 3-5 p.m. Gallery hours: Tues.-Sat., 12-5 p.m. wwwlmamaroneckartistsguild.org
Greenwich Historical Society, 47 Strickland Rd., Cos Cob is presenting Life: Six Women Photographers, thru July 7 in celebration of Women’s History Month. Artists include Margaret Bourke-White, Marie Hansen, Martha Holmes, Lisa Larsen, Nina Leen and Hansel Mieth—the only women employed by “Life” as full-time photographers between the late 1930s and early 1970s. Gallery hours: Wed.-Sun., 12-4 p.m. Free with museum admission: $10 for adults; $8 for seniors & students; free for children under 18 and free admission every Wednesday. www.greenwichhistory.org
Rye Arts Center, 51 Milton Rd. is presenting Silk Paintings: The Work of Berenice Pilskin, thru Apr. 19. There will be an artist talk Apr. 13 at 2 p.m. RSVP to www.ryeartscenter.org; T The Ground Glass Annual Members Show; Thurs., Apr. 11-Apr. 39. There will be an opening reception Thurs., Apr. 11, 7-8:30 p.m. Open to the public.
Pelham Art Center, 155 Fifth Ave., is presenting Meditations II, thru Apr. 14. The exhibition brings together five artists working in painting and sculpture. There will be a closing reception Sat., Apr. 13, 1-3 p.m. featuring a Rock Garden drop-in workshop led by PAC’s Teen Artist Council. Gallery hours: Mon.-Wed. & Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thurs., 9 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. www.pelhamartscenter.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
Camps & Summer Programs
Muscoot Farm’s Young Farmers Camp, 51 Rte. 100, Katonah will be offered for youngsters entering grades Pre-K-nine, July 1-Aug. 16, $350 per camper per week, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Campers are allowed one week max. Registration is open now at www.sales.westchestergov.com
Westchester County Parks will offer one and two-week sessions Mon., July 8-Fri., Aug. 16 at the following locations: Cranberry Lake Preserve, N. White Plains, 914/428-1005; Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary, Playland Park, Rye, 914/967-8720; Lenoir Nature Preserve, Yonkers, 914;868-5851; Marshlands Conservancy, Boston Post Rd., Rye, 914/835-4466 and Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Cross River, 914/864-7322. Sessions are 9 a.m.-3 p.m. for $350 per camper per week and $175 for Pre-K, 9-11:45 a.m.—must be potty trained.
Rye Nature Center, 873 Boston Post Rd., Rye will offer the following summer programs: June Bugs for pre-school and kindergartners, June 10-14, June 17-21 & June 24-28, 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. or 1-4 p.m. $450 for morning session; $390 for the afternoon session; Paddle Adventure Camp for children entering grades 8-10 in the fall, July 1 (no camp July 4)-Aug. 12, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $600 per camper per week; Summer Camps, July1-Aug. 16—Explorers for children entering pre-k & kindergarten, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. $450; Discoverers for children entering K-6, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $475 and Naturalists in Training, for children entering grades 6 & 7, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $495. For additional information and to register go to www.ryenaturecenter.org
Clocktower Players will offer Summerstage 2024 for ages 6-12 at Hastings American Legion. 215 Farragut Ave., Hastings-on-Hudson. There will be eight sessions for $412 per session. Each week explores a show your kids love and concludes with a filmed performance shared digitally with families as a keepsake of the creative and fun week. “Matilda, July 7-12; “Teen Titans Go,” July14-19; “Stranger Things,” July 21-26; “Disney, 21Princess,” July 28-Aug. 2; “Super Mario Bros,” Aug. 4-9; “Percy Jackson and The Olympians,” Aug. 11-18; “High School Musical,” Aug. 18-23 and “Barbie,” Aug. 25-30. Register at www.clocktowerplayers.com
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