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The Capitol Theatre, 149 Westchester Ave., Port Chester will present The Doobie Brothers 2024, Mon., & Tues., Sept. 30 & Oct. 1.
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Mayor Luis Marino is asking Port Chester residents if they are interested in having an evergreen on their property evaluated to be the Village of Port Chester’s 2024 Christmas tree. If you are interested, please contact Mayor Marino’s office by telephone at 914-939-2200 or send an email to Mary Anne Veltri at [email protected] by Nov. 18. The selected tree should stand approximately 21 feet tall to be placed in Liberty Square for the holiday season. The village tree lighting will be held Dec. 5 at 6 p.m.
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The Capitol Theatre, 149 Westchester Ave., Port Chester will present the Del McCoury Band with Lukas Nelson & The Travelin’ McCourys, Fri., Sept. 20. $35-$79.50; Neil Young and The Chrome Hearts, Mon. & Tues., Sept. 23 & 24. $159.50-$299.50; Doors open at 6:30 p.m., show at 8 p.m. unless noted otherwise. 18+ unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Children under 8 years of age are not permitted. Must be 21+ with a valid ID to consume alcohol. www.thecapitoltheatre.com
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Port Chester Council for the Arts, Inc. is seeking professional visual artists who would like to be considered for participation in their upcoming art show, ART10573, to be held Sun., Oct. 20 at the Crawford Mansion Community Center in Rye Brook. There are a limited number of spots available. Interested artists should email [email protected] for more information and an application which is due by Fri., Sept. 27.
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The Capitol Theatre, 149 Westchester Ave., Port Chester will present comedian Andrew Dice Clay: Live in Concert, Fri., Sept. 13; The Rocket Man Show, Sat., Sept. 14. $29.50-$59.50; Bachman-Turner Overdrive featuring Randy Bachman, Mon., Sept. 16.
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Port Chester Council for the Arts, Inc. is seeking professional visual artists who would like to be considered for participation in their upcoming art show, ART10573, to be held Sun., Oct. 20 at the Crawford Mansion Community Center in Rye Brook. There are a limited number of spots available. Interested artists should email [email protected] for more information and an application which is due by Fri., Sept. 27.
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Asbury Fever: A Bruce Springsteen Tribute will take place Fri., Sept. 6, 7-8:30 p.m. in Lyon Park, Putnam Ave., Port Chester. Free. Makeup of a previously rained out concert in the park.
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The Westchester County Health Department has announced an expanded recall of deli meats due to a Listeria outbreak found in Boar’s Head deli meats. Residents are reminded that Listeria infection poses a risk to anyone who consumes contaminated food, often leading to mild gastrointestinal issues; however, the infection can be particularly dangerous for pregnant individuals, those 65 and older, and people with weakened immune systems. For a full list of the contaminated products, visit health.westchestchestergov.com.
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Happy birthday to Hope Klein of Rye Brook who celebrates Sept. 3.
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Port Chester Day will take place Sat., Aug. 24 in Lyon Park, 39 Parkway Dr., 12-9 p.m. Free. Rain date: Sun., Aug. 25. Madilyn Klein will open the events at 12 p.m. singing “The Star Spangled Banner.” Performers will include: Jete Dance, 12:30-1 p.m., Peter Lovitt (guitar), 2-2:30 p.m., Dark Dama (Latino rock), 2:30-3:30 p.m., Rico Dos Anjos (Tae Kwon Do demo), 3:30-4 p.m., The Deep End (80s, 90s & more), 4-5 p.m. and Suburban Chaos (soulful rock & pop), 5:30-6:30 p.m. Headlining band is TPP—The Tom Petty Project, a tribute to the music of Tom Petty, 7:30-9 p.m. Food trucks will include Walter’s Hot Dogs, Latusion (Peruvian), Yumbro (Asian Fusion), Kisco Sweets & Treats (Italian ices), Steph’s Sweet Creations, Los 3 Tacos, Longford’s Ice Cream, Road Grub (American), Wrappers Delight and Nothing Bundt Cakes. Children’s activities, 12-5 p.m., will include face painting, Clay Art Center activities, Home Depot crafts, Gaga Ball, Bubble Bus (12:30-3:30 p.m.). For additional information, call Port Chester Recreation at 914/939-2354 or go to www.portchesterny.gov
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Playland and The Capitol Theatre are also presenting The Rock and Roll Playhouse, a family concert series, every other Sunday at 2 p.m. until Sept. 1. It translates some of music’s most recognizable anthems into age-appropriate sing-alongs suitable for listeners of all ages with classic titles from a variety of genres such as classic rock, new wave, pop, and pop-punk. Sept. 1: The Music of The Beatles and more for kids. For more information, go to https://playland.com
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The Village of Rye Brook will host a Movie in the Park in Pine Ridge Park, Latonia Road, Fri., Aug. 16. 8:15-10:15 p.m. Free. The Village will screen “Camp Hideout,” a fun and family-friendly film everyone will enjoy. Refreshments will be available for purchase throughout the evening, so you can enjoy some snacks while watching the movie under the stars. Bring blankets and/or chairs for seating. www.ryebrookny.gov
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Registration for the Fall Session A at Clay Art Center in Port Chester is open. It includes weekly classes for adults in wheel throwing, handbuilding and sculpture. Session B registration for members begins Sept. 25. For information on classes and to register, go to www.clayartcenter.org
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The Village of Rye Brook Great Lawn Summer Concert Series in Crawford Park, 122 N. Ridge St. will feature Marc Berger, Sat., Aug. 10, 5-7 p.m. Free. For information, go to https://ryebrookny.org/events
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The U.S Department of Agriculture has expanded its recall of deli meats linked to a multi-state Listeria outbreak. An additional 71 varieties of Virginia ham, salami and bologna that were produced in a Virginia plant and sold under the Boar’s Head and Old Country brands have been added, in addition to the original Boar’s Head liverwurst that tested positive for the listeriosis bacteria. Westchester County Health Commissioner Sherlita Amler, MD said: “We want people to be aware of this recall of deli meat, and the potential risk of a Listeria infection. If you have these products in your refrigerator at home, discard them immediately or return them to the store where the food was purchased. Check the Health Department’s website for proper cleaning protocols to sanitize your refrigerator and prevent the contamination of other foods. For a full list of the contaminated products and more detailed cleaning instructions, go to https://health.westchestergov.com..
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Clay Art Center, 40 Beech St., Port Chester, is presenting Concurrent Artist in Residence Exhibitions thru Aug. 3. Three solo exhibitions in the gallery and online celebrate the artistic achievements of the current Artists in Residence: Evelyn Mtika, Schuyler Forsythe and Jess Levin. Gallery hours: Mon. & Thurs., 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; Tues., Wed., Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. www.clayartcenter.org
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Hillside Food Outreach, a nonprofit dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious food to low-income and limited mobility families, seniors and the chronically ill in Westchester, Putnam, and Fairfield counties, is calling on the community to join its mission. The organization, which provides food deliveries free of charge to more than 2,000 individuals twice per month, is in urgent need of volunteers to help meet the rising demand. The organization is seeking additional delivery volunteers to ensure that no household on its waitlist of over 100 families goes hungry. Volunteers typically deliver to up to six households, fostering trust and long-term relationships with the clients they serve. To learn more about volunteer opportunities, call 914/747-0095 or visit hillsidefoodoutreach.org.
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Playland and The Capitol Theatre are also presenting The Rock and Roll Playhouse, a family concert series, every other Sunday at 2 p.m. until Sept. 1. It translates some of music’s most recognizable anthems into age-appropriate sing-alongs suitable for listeners of all ages, with classic titles from a variety of genres such as classic rock, new wave, pop, and pop-punk. July 21: The Music of the Talking Heads; Aug. 4: The Music of Taylor Swift & more for kids; Aug. 18: The Music of Blink 182 & more for kids; Sept. 1: The Music of The Beatles and more for kids. For more information, go to https://playland.com
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The Village of Rye Brook will host Ice Cream Fridays, serving free ice cream at Pine Ridge Park, Latonia Road, July 5, 12, 19 & 26, 6-7:30 p.m.; Music in the Park at Pine Ridge Park featuring Andrea & the Armenia Rug Riders, Wed., July 10, 6:45 p.m.; rain date July 11 and Movie Night at Pine Ridge featuring “Under the Boardwalk,” Fri., July 12 at 8 p.m. Free. https://ryebrookny.gov/events
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Justin McFadden and Joelle La Guardia, both of Port Chester, graduated this spring from the Rochester Institute of Technology. Justin received a B.S. in management information systems; Joelle received a BFA in medical illustration.
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The Town of Rye Great Lawn 2024 Summer Series at Crawford Park, 122 N. Ridge St., Rye Brook will feature Funk Salsa Urban, Fri., June 28, 7-9 p.m.; Paul Jensen, Fri., July 5, at 7:30 p.m. Free; no tickets required. www.townofryeny.com
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Happy birthday to ever young-looking Heather Paul of Port Chester who celebrates July 6.
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The Town of Rye Great Lawn 2024 Summer Series at Crawford Park, 122 N. Ridge St., Rye Brook will feature Gil Parris & Friends Sat., June 22, 6-8 p.m. and Funk Salsa Urban, Fri., June 28. 7-9 p.m. Free. www.townofryeny.com
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Rachel Sosin of Rye Brook graduated with a BS in Behavioral Neuroscience and Michael Sunshine, also of Rye Brook, graduated with a BS in Business & Economics concentrating in Finance from Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pa. in Spring 2024.
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Garcia’s, 145 Westchester Ave., Port Chester will present Roctopus, Fri., June 14.; Gimme Gimme Disco: A Disco Dance Party Inspired by ABBA, Sat., June 15.
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Happy birthday and many happy legal notices and meeting minutes to Port Chester Village Clerk Janusz Richards who celebrates June 21.
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The Capitol Theatre, 149 Westchester Ave., Port Chester, will present Get the Led Out: A Celebration of “The Mighty Zep,” Fri., June 7.; Comedian Hasan Minhaj:
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Happy birthday to Westmore News Editor Jananne Abel of Port Chester who celebrates June 14.
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Clay Art Center and Neptune in June will present the Second Annual Port Chester Arts Festival Sat., June 1, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. throughout Port Chester and at Crawford Park in Rye Brook. It is a celebration for all ages of makers, designers, doers and dreamers who call Port Chester home. All events will be free and open to the public including exhibitions, open studios, workshops, performances and pop-up installations. Local participating schools include the Port Chester-Rye Union Free School District, Rye Neck High School and Blind Brook High School. At 6 p.m. at Crawford Park, 122 N. Ridge St., Rye Brook, Lawn Chair Theatre will present a free performance of “Alice.” This is “Alice” unplugged without sets and lights, but with costumes, props and a beautiful original score. They will offer Workshop #1 at 2 p.m.: Acting for Anyone and Workshop #2, at 3 p.m. Introduction to Breath and Body Song-work. For additional information, go to www.portchesterarts.com
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Lyndhurst, 635 S. Broadway, Tarrytown, will be the site for Rose Weekend, Sat. & Sun., June 8 & 9, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Nature lovers, gardeners and those of all ages looking for family fun will want to stop and smell the roses and enjoy gorgeous gardens, puppet shows, potting workshops, horticultural walks and talks, a popup café and more. On Saturday, a popup café will be selling lunch and snacks and Penny Lick Ice Cream Company will have ice cream for sale. On Sunday, in addition to lunch, snacks and ice cream, mocktails will be available from Apero Vespa.
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Wainwright House in Rye is offering the following programs via Zoom: Therapeutic Yoga, Mon., 9:30-10:30 a.m.; QiGong, mindfulness movement with Dana, Mondays, 6-7 p.m. Register at www.wainwright.org
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Joseph Croce of Rye Brook was awarded a BS in Nursing degree during the 74th commencement at Salve Regina University in Newport, R.I.
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Garcia’s, 145 Westchester Ave., Port Chester will present Emo Night Brooklyn, Sat., May 25.; Finders Keepers, Wed., May 29.; Chris Berardo with the Albino Tree, Thurs., May 30.
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The Emelin Theatre, 153 Library La., Mamaroneck will present Greg Fitzsimmons: The Everyday Challenges of Being a Modern Man, Fri., May 31 at 8 p.m. for adults 18+.; “Charlotte’s Web,” Sun., June 2 at 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. for ages 5-10. www.emelin.org
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The Holocaust & Human Rights Education Center’s Memory Keepers Series via Zoom will feature a talk with the authors of “A Blessing Not a Burden,” Dr. Alex Kor and Graham Honaker Tues., May 28, 6:45 p.m. gathering of family and friends; 7 p.m. program. Register at https:/us02weeb.com.zoom/meeting/register/ or call 914/696-0738.
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Longtime Port Chester resident Luigi Greco celebrated 90 years on May 2. He was surprised with a birthday party at T&J with family and friends.
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The Capitol Theatre, 149 Westchester Ave., Port Chester, will The Rocket Man Show starring Scotsman Rus Anderson, Elton John's official 70’s body double, Fri., May 17.; Tommy Emmanuel with special guest Chris Jacobs + Larry Campbell & Teresa Williams, Sat., May 18.; Tim Dillon: American Royalty, Fri., May 24. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., show at 8 p.m. unless noted otherwise. 18+ unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Children under 8 years of age are not permitted, unless noted otherwise. www.thecapitoltheatre.com.
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Rye Arts Center and The Rotary Club of Rye will unveil the Rye’sAbove Public Art Project featuring large and medium-sized aluminum butterflies, as well as small steel butterflies, aimed at uplifting the community through the arts while supporting educational programs in the region. The large butterfly is located on Village Green, 1061 Boston Post Rd., Rye; smaller butterflies are located along Purchase Street and throughout Rye. These mesmerizing sculptures will be on display throughout the summer with an auction thru Sept. 19. For information about the auction, which is open now, go to www.ryeartscenter.org/ryes-above
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Greenwich Hospital will offer Preventing Falls and Improving Balance, Tues., May 21, 5-6 p.m. via Zoom with Sue Cavanaugh, physical therapist and Nick Rutigliano, DPT. Physical therapist. Free. They will talk about small changes in your home that can reduce the risk of falling. Register at 888/305-9253 or go to greenwichhospital.org/events
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A very happy birthday to Westmore News Assistant Editor Sarah Wolpoff who celebrates May 20. Best wishes from the staff and your many friends in the community.
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Garcia’s, 145 Westchester Ave., Port Chester will present Steely Dead: A Sonic Fusion of Steely Dan and Grateful Dead, Wed., May 15.
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Dr. Rheanna Capri Maitland, Dr. Noah Benjamin Reichman and Dr. Sarah Rachel Lubin are three Blind Brook High School Class of 2015 students who graduated together from The Norton College of Medicine at SUNY Upstate Medical University Sun., May 5. Congratulations to these new physicians on this amazing accomplishment!
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Cornell Cooperative Extension – Putnam Master Gardener Plant Sale will take place Sat., May 11, 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. at Putnam County Veterans Memorial Park, Carmel. The plant sale will feature a huge selection of heirloom and hybrid vegetable plants picked by Master Gardeners. Thousands of carefully chosen tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, and other popular vegetable seedlings will be available singly or in multi-packs to allow gardeners to try several different varieties. The sale will also include garden favorites such as colorful annuals, perennials, native pollinator plants and herbs. Beautiful pre-planted container gardens, hanging baskets and gardening gifts will be available for that perfect Mother’s Day present. For adventurous gardeners, they will have inoculated shiitake mushroom logs for purchase.
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The Greenwich Historical Society will host a conversation LIFE Today: A Conversation with Jill Golden and Kostya Kennedy via Zoom Thurs., May 16, 6-7 p.m. Register at www.greenwichhistory.org
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The Capitol Theatre, 149 Westchester Ave., Port Chester, will feature Let’s Sing Taylor: A Live Band Experience Celebrating Taylor Swift, Fri., May 3.; Todd Rundgren: Me/We Tour, Sun., May 5,; Norah Jones Vision Tour 2024 with special guest Emily King, Fri., May 10,; Turn Back the Cap 1980s: Jessie’s Girl, Sat., May 11. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., show at 8 p.m. unless noted otherwise. 18+ unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Children under 8 years of age are not permitted, unless noted otherwise. www.thecapitoltheatre.com.
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The Town Players of New Canaan will present “Alice in Wonderland” at the Powerhouse Theatre, Waveny Park, 677 Smith Ave., New Canaan, Ct., Fri. & Sat., May 3 & 4; 10 & 11 at 8 p.m.; Sun., May 5 & 12 at 2 p.m. Created by the Manhattan Project under the direction of Andre Gregory, the show is directed by Port Chester resident Peter Green and his wife Carin Zakes is also involved in the production. Tickets and info at www.tpnc.org.
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The Holocaust & Human Rights Education Center will present Nathan Hilu: Art as Memory After the Holocaust via Zoom Mon., May 6, 6-7 p.m. Free. www.hhrecny.or
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Happy birthday to Charles Nielsen of Port Chester who celebrates May 4.
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Clay Art Center, 40 Beech St., Port Chester, will present Lydia C. Thompson: Transitions, Sat., Apr. 27-June 7. There will be an opening reception Sat., Apr. 27, 6-8 p.m. It is a solo exhibition of ceramic sculptures that blend the narratives of urban and rural human migration. Free. A hands-on One-Time workshop, The Built Environment, will be held Sat., Apr. 27, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. with Lydia Thompson, exploring the house as a metaphor for personal journeys, memories of lived and/or visited places and structures you’ve seen in the landscapes as a passerby. Register at www.clayartcenter.org/artists-workshop. Gallery hours: Mon. & Thurs., 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; Tues., Wed., Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
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The Osborn, 101 Theall Rd., Rye, will present Answers in the Form of Questions: A Definitive History and Insider’s Guide to Jeopardy, Thurs., May 2 at 7:30 p.m. Free and open to the public. Author Claire McNear will chronicle how the show became a cross-generational touchstone and where it’s going next. To reserve a seat, email [email protected] or call 914/925-8218.
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