Month: March 2024

After a several month long hiatus, we are back with our monthly events posts! Spring is in full effect and there is lots to do this month. Check out some of the April Events taking place in Westchester County (and the surrounding area). Plan some family fun or a date night out to take advantage of all of the spring fun!

Comedy:

Levity Live (Palisade Center – West Nyack) Enjoy a comedy show at Levity Live in April. Upcoming shows include Michael Blackson (April 5-6), Sheryl Underwood (April 12-13), Alyssa Edwards (April 18), Kev Herrera (April 19-21), and Maurice Bernard “You’re Stronger Than You Know Tour” (April 24). *Check the site for the full lineup

Yonkers Comedy Club (Yonkers) Enjoy a comedy show at the Yonkers Comedy Club. April shows include Brian Scolaro (April 5-7), Carlos Sanchez (April 7), Fred Rubino (April 13) Drew Fraser (April 18-20) and Joey Vega (April 26-27). 

April 14 (Tarrytown) Modi The Know Your Audience Tour at Tarrytown Music Hall. 5 PM (8 PM show sold out). Tickets: $75.50

Voted one of the top 10 comedians in New York City by The Hollywood Reporter, Modi is one of the comedy circuit’s most sought after performers. Featured on HBO, CBS, NBC, ABC, Comedy Central, Howard Stern, and E! Entertainment, Modi has received rave reviews in The New York Times, Time Out NY and The New York Post. Modi will be donating a portion of The Know Your Audience Tour proceeds to various charities focusing on bringing relief to the people of Israel.

April 18 (Peekskill) An Evening with David Sedaris at Paramount Hudson Valley. 8 PM. Tickets: $55-$79.50. Get ready to embark on a side-splitting journey into the world of humor and satire with the incomparable David Sedaris at Paramount Hudson Valley on April 18! With his razor-sharp wit and keen observations, Sedaris has earned his place as one of America’s foremost humor writers. Renowned for his hilarious personal essays and short stories, he’s penned a string of New York Times bestsellers, from “Barrel Fever” to “Calypso.” Sedaris’s unique ability to find humor in everyday life has made him a household name, and his works have been translated into 32 languages, captivating readers across the globe.

In addition to his literary prowess, Sedaris is a multi-talented artist who, along with his sister Amy Sedaris, has crafted a series of acclaimed plays that have graced prestigious stages like Lincoln Center and La Mama. Beyond the stage and page, he’s been recognized with numerous awards, including the Thurber Prize for American Humor and the Jonathan Swift International Literature Prize for Satire and Humor. With over 16 million copies of his books in print, Sedaris’s witty commentary on the human experience has left an indelible mark on the world of comedy and literature.

Join us for an evening of laughter, insight, and unforgettable storytelling as David Sedaris takes the stage at Paramount Hudson Valley. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to his world of humor, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Secure your tickets now and get ready to be engulfed in the comedic brilliance of a true master of satire and observation!

April 19 (Mamaroneck) The Daily Show Writers Comedy Tour at the Emelin Theatre. 8 PM. The brilliant comedic writers of the 24x GRAMMY winning late-night show, Kat Radley, Randall Otis and Joe Opio, are back. Tickets: $39-$49

April 20 (Port Chester) Hannah Berner Live at the Capitol Theatre. 7 PM. Tickets: $40-$60. Hannah Berner was born in Brooklyn, New York and emerged on the comedy scene by writing, directing, editing, and acting in videos on social media and writing viral tweets. She has two podcasts, Berner Phone and Giggly Squad with over 50 million combined downloads. She was a cohost on Bravo’s Chat Room, as well as a member of Bravo’s Summer House for three seasons, and has over 4 million followers across her social media platforms. Through her viral digital series, Han on the Street, which has garnered hundreds of millions of views, she has interviewed stars such as Jennifer Lawrence, Hailey Bieber, Priyanka Chopra, Kesha, and Julia Fox. She currently is on a theater tour across America for her stand up comedy. In 2022, she was named one of Just For Laughs “New Faces Of Comedy” in Montreal. She was recently named one of Variety’s “Top Ten Comics to Watch in 2023”.

April 26 (Tarrytown) Randy Rainbow for President at Tarrytown Music Hall. 7:30 PM. Tickets: $74-$204

Randy Rainbow is a four-time EMMY® and GRAMMY®- nominated American comedian, producer, actor, singer, writer, satirist, host, and New York Times bestselling author, best known for his popular web series, The Randy Rainbow Show. His musical parodies and political spoofs have garnered him worldwide acclaim and four consecutive EMMY® nominations for Outstanding Short-Form Variety Series. His debut solo album, A Little Brains, A Little Talent (Broadway Records), earned him a 2023 GRAMMY® nomination for “Best Comedy Album”. Touring the U.S. with his sold-out solo musical comedy concerts, the influencer and Internet sensation’s viral comedy videos have received hundreds of millions of views across all social media and digital platforms. His fresh take on politics and current events has led to interviews and profiles by The Washington Post (magazine cover story), CBS Sunday Morning, Jimmy Kimmel Live, The Hollywood Reporter, CNN, NPR, ABC News, OUT, People, and Entertainment Weekly. As the Washington Post noted, “Randy Rainbow has found his spotlight through the Internet, emerging as a viral sensation who dispenses musical comedy salve for a divided nation.” 

April 27 (Larchmont) Comedy from Scratch at The Idea Kitchen. Comedy From Scratch is where you go in Westchester County to hear top comics from TV and NYC’s major clubs performing long sets on an intimate stage. Past performers include comedians from HBO, Netlfix, Colbert, SNL, the Daily Show, Letterman, the Tonight Show, Comedy Central, and more. Every month, Ben Asher’s presents comedy that reaches up into your brain with the force of a fist through the nose. Seating at 7 PM, show begins at 8 PM. $20 admission. Bring your own food and drink. April’s lineup includes Cyrus McQueen and Jay Nog.

April 27 (Peekskill) Eric D’Alessandro at Paramount Hudson Valley. 8 PM. Tickets: $40-$75. Prepare for an exceptional night of laughter and entertainment at The Paramount Hudson Valley on April 27th, featuring the charismatic and uproariously funny Eric D’Alessandro. This New York native has left an indelible mark on comedy lovers nationwide with his unfiltered humor, compelling storytelling, and a natural flair for connecting with audiences. Rooted in his Italian-American heritage, Eric’s comedic style weaves raw, relatable narratives that resonate with everyday Americans, earning him widespread acclaim.

Date Night/Girls Night Out:

April 5 (Briarcliff Manor) Sip’n’Paint Crystal Glazes Dragonfly Planter at A Maze in Pottery. 6:30 PM – 8:15 PM Come for a relaxing night of art and laughter… Bring old friends or meet new ones, and have fun painting this gorgeous planter and learning about the magic of crystal glazes. Our Creative Studio Assistant will lead you through the project step by step so that you can relax and enjoy the process. BYOB. Tickets: $54.90 + tax.

April 5 (Peekskill) Matt Fraser – America’s Top Psychic Medium at the Paramount Hudson Valley. 8 PM. Tickets: $49.50-$99.00 (different packages available). This is a LIVE taped show with LIVE audience readings. Attendees must be at least eighteen (18) years of age to attend an event. Persons under the age of eighteen (18), including lap children and infants, are prohibited from attending. Matt Fraser is America’s Top Psychic Medium, and star of the hit television series on E! Entertainment. His LIVE events, television appearances, and spiritual teachings have allowed him to bring healing, hope & laughter to a global audience of fans and followers from all around the world. From heartfelt emotional readings to stunning revelations, Matt Fraser has audiences on the edge of their seats with his outrageous personality and unique approach to mediumship.

April 11 (White Plains) Paint with a Purpose with artist Marla Beth Enowitz at The Westchester. 6:30-8:00 PM, retail level 3 next to Levi’s. $40/pp. Join artist Marla Beth Enowitz for an exclusive BYOB paint night, Thursday April 11th, 6:30-8pm. Lite Bites included! All proceeds benefit Feeding Westchester.

April 24 (Bedford) Trivia Night at Bedford Playhouse. 7 PM. Tickets $20. Trivia Night returns to the Bedford Playhouse Cafe, hosted by Rachel from Rock Paper Scissors Custom Events. Play solo or as a team and test your knowledge on a wide range of topics, including movies, music, history, geography and more. Food and drink available for sale from the bar.

Eat & Drink:

Taste of Westchester Cooking Demo Classes: (restaurants throughout Westchester County) Enjoy cooking demos from local chefs and then sample their creations.  There are many April classes including: Apiary (#1) (April 2), Happiness is Catering Back Country Market and Cafe (April 4), Baked by Susan #2 (April 10), Mima Vinoteca Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar (April 15), Clock Tower Grill (April 17), Chutney Masala Indian Bistro (April 20), The 808 Bistro (April 23), Albano’s (April 25), Maria Restaurant (April 27), The Sailhouse (April 30).

April 4 (Pleasantville) Cheese 202: & Wine – with Kings Crown at Second Mouse Cheese Shop. 7:15 PM – 8:45 PM. $70/ticket includes 4 Wines (2 White, 2 Red) and 6 Cheeses to Pair them alongside. Compare and contrast and find out why Wine & Cheese are forever friends.
Rarely are two provisions so intertwined, so intensely studied, so varied. and so very popular. Cheese & Wine, Wine & Cheese – whichever’s your preference, it’s understood that they belong together. Join us as we explore how wine enhances the flavor of cheese, and cheese enriches the oenophile’s experience. There are a million winning combinations, but why? What do wine and cheese have in common? How does their chemistry become magic? We’ll explore the difference between two white wines and two red wines, pairing them alongside six individual cheeses to explore this intricate and mysterious gastronomical universe of terroir, fermentation, practicality and universal appeal. 21 and over only, please. Enrollment is limited.

April 8 – April 21 (Hudson Valley) Spring Hudson Valley Restaurant Week – 150+ restaurants throughout the Hudson Valley are offering prix fixe lunches and dinners for $24.95, $29.95, $39.95, or $44.95 (price is set by participating restaurant).

April 15 – April 21 (Nyack) Nyack Feasts 2024 – During this weeklong culinary celebration, diners can choose their formats and flavors from participating restaurants offering a variety of options — such as discounts of up to 20% or special menus at special prices. Before or after you dine, pair your fare with great shopping by browsing Nyack’s eclectic and exciting retail shops and services businesses.

April 18 (Pleasantville) Cheese 101 at Second Mouse Cheese Shop. 7:15 PM – 8:45 PM. $60/person.
4 simple ingredients, 5 basic categories, 1000s years’ history and a million stories. From fundamental practicalities to outrageous indulgences, artisanal cheeses fascinate us. Come learn why we all love cheese. Join Second Mouse Cheese Shop owner Ivy for an array of delicious cheese samplings, beautiful wines to pair and a hefty dose of fun insights to the world of turophilia. Cheese & Wine & Instruction are included in the price of your ticket. A good time guaranteed.

April 20 (White Plains) Downtown White Plains Wing Walk at various restaurants. 12 PM – 5 PM. Stroll around the downtown sampling different chicken wing flavors at a variety of restaurants, then rate each one to help us determine the best wings in downtown White Plains! Sample two wings at each participating restaurant. General Admission: $25 online, $30 day-of, Children Ages 5 – 10: $15 online, $20 day-of
Children Under 5: Free Ticket Time Slots: 1st Slot – 12:00PM – 2:30PM, 2nd Slot 2:30 PM – 5:00PM
All tickets are non-refundable. Check out the linked site to see a list of participating restaurants.

April 26 (Peekskill) Spanish Wine Dinner at Central Peekskill. 7 PM. Enjoy 5 crafted courses paired with Spanish wines. Tickets: $125/person.

Adult Classes & Workshops:

April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 (Katonah) Gardening Tuesdays! at Lasdon Park. 10 AM. Enhance your gardening skills and plant knowledge by working side by side with the gardeners at Lasdon Park. Tasks include planting, watering, weeding, pruning, staking, deadheading, potting up, and more! Registration required. You must be at least 16 years of age. Please complete the volunteer form on the website.

April 3 (Rye) American Women Artists Art Talk at Rye Arts Center. 6 PM. $8/members, $10 General Admission. A comprehensive variety of prolific women who have helped shape the art world, presented by an equally impactful woman, Debbie Wells of ArtfulBuzz!

April 6 (Katonah) Saturday Rosen House Tour at Caramoor. 1 PM. $15/ticket. Free for members and children. We are happy to offer a few Saturday tours this spring! Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Rosen House is a work of living history. Discover the eclectic home that Caramoor founders Lucie and Walter Rosen built for music. Our knowledgeable guides will take you on a captivating journey that’s perfect for friends and families alike. Tours are approximately 45 minutes.

April 7 (Katonah) Morning Farm Chores: For Adults at Muscoot Farm. 8 AM – 10 AM. Become a farmer for a day and join our staff as you feed, clean, and care for our animals! Pre-registration is required; $25 for a group of two; available to everyone ages 15+. Participants will meet at Muscoot’s Reception Center with sturdy, closed-toe footwear.

April 7 and 21 (Katonah) The Beauty of Bulbs at Lasdon Park. 1 PM – 2 PM. Free. Join Lasdon staff for a tour of the gardens in spring. View some of the thousands of bulbs planted throughout the property. See what’s in flower at this time of the year. Meet at the Entrance Kiosk. This is a rain or shine program, please dress accordingly.

April 10 (Rye) Finding Courage: Creating Art You Love at Rye Arts Center. 10 AM – 1 PM. $40/members, $50/General Admission. Ignite your creative spark and overcome fear in a transformative 3-hour workshop for awaking new artistry. Replace limiting beliefs with empowerment. A workshop Ideal for artists and creatives seeking clarity, courage, and meaningful action. Embrace change. Speak your truth. Unleash your potential!

April 13 (Rye) Artist Talk: Silk Paintings:The Work of Berenice Pliskin at Rye Arts Center. 2 PM. A collection where vibrant colors dance across silk canvases on view in Gallery B, weaving tales of human experience and mythical wonder. Each stroke of Berenice’s brush is imbued with a depth of emotion and storytelling prowess that transports you to somewhere unexpected.

April 27 (Ossining) Hike & Learn: The Connections Between Forest Health and Watershed Protection at Teatown. 10 AM – 12 PM.

Join Hudson River Sloop Clearwater for a two-hour hike at Teatown Lake Reservation Nature Preserve to see examples of watershed protective management practices and learn about watershed protection. The program will feature Emily Edmonds-Langham from Teatown, and Tyler Van Fleet and Jessica Alba from the Watershed Agricultural Council who, throughout the walk, will explore the connections between forest health and watershed protection. Trees and forests are critical to healthy watersheds as they provide important functions including filtering rainwater and runoff and preventing erosion.

Please remember to dress for the weather and wear sturdy walking shoes or boots. Due to the presence of ticks, we recommend that you wear long, light-colored pants and socks. We also suggest bringing a hat, sunscreen, and a full reusable water bottle. Parking is available on site – please note, for non-Teatown members, the cost of parking is $7. A note on hike difficulty, trails at Teatown can range from easy to moderate, including uneven terrain. The program will require walking/standing for 2 hours. With questions about this hike or general inquiries about this hike or the Hike and Learn program more broadly, e-mail Jen Benson at jen@clearwater.org.

April 27 (Rye) Book Talk Soundtrack: Liner Notes From A Pandemic Mixtape w/Allison Cupp Relyea at Rye Arts Center. 1:30 – 2:30 PM. Free. Soundtrack: Liner Notes from a Pandemic Mixtape captures the full range of emotions, just like a favorite song. Join us for a book talk and workshop with Alison Cupp Relyea, as she shows us how we can evoke the power of music to inspire, heal, and move us.

April 27 (Katonah) Cookie Decorating Class at Muscoot Farm. 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM. Join Caitlin of CM Cookies for a fun workshop to learn all of the tips and tricks of cookie decorating. This workshops is for adults only ages 18+. Limited participation of 25. Cost is $30 per person. We will meet inside the activity building and workshop will begin promptly at 1:00 pm.

Family Fun:

March 8 – April 2 (Yonkers) Flip Circus at Cross County Center. Tickets: $30-$80. Showtimes are Monday – Friday, 7:30pm and Saturdays and Sundays, 1:00pm, 4:00pm and 7:00pm.

Join us under the big top tent, located in the north parking lot, across from Olive Garden and Longhorn Steakhouse, for these amazing acts:

• Acrobatics
• Aerial and Trapeze
• Clowns
• Jugglers
• Magic
• AND MORE!

April 2 (Briarcliff Manor) Easter Squishies Mini Camp & Breakfast at A Maze in Pottery. 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM. Join us for a morning of fun, pottery painting & bagels! Get ready to let your imagination run wild as you design and paint your CUTE SQUISHIES IN THE BASKET Plate. You can use it for snacks, dinner or to display. Ages: 6+ Price: 1st child $49.90+tax, 2nd child (a friend or a sibling) $47.90+tax

April 6 (Katonah) Morning Farm Chores at Muscoot Farm. 8:30 AM – 10 AM. Become a farmer for a day and join our staff as you feed, clean, and care for our animals! Pre-registration is required; $25 for a group of two; available to children ages 6 – 14. Participants will meet at Muscoot’s Reception Center with sturdy, closed-toe footwear.

April 6 (Mamaroneck) The Rainbow Fish presented by Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia at The Emelin Theatre. 11 AM and 2 PM performances. Approximate run time: 60 minutes. Recommended ages: 4-8, Tickets: $19/kids, $24/adults

Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia’s “The Rainbow Fish,” is an original stage adaptation of Marcus Pfister’s award-winning children’s story as well two of the author’s companion tales, “Rainbow Fish Discovers the Deep Sea” and “Opposites.” Mermaid Theatre has earned international acclaim for its unique interpretations of the works of Eric Carle (“The Very Hungry Caterpillar”), Leo Lionni (“Swimmy,” “Frederick” and “Inch by Inch”) and Sam McBratney (“Guess How Much I Love You”). These productions incorporate innovative puppetry, striking scenic effects, and evocative original music to provide very young audiences with an effortless introduction to the performing arts and the excitement of reading.

ABOUT THE PERFORMANCE
The first of three tales introduces the most beautiful fish in the sea, whose scales shimmer in all the colors of the rainbow. He is admired – and resented – by the entire underwater world, until a clever octopus advises him to give each fish one of his scales. Further adventures follow as The Rainbow Fish finds the courage to explore the great unknown deep sea. This underworld wonderland is the perfect setting to also explore the concept of opposites.

April 6 (Katonah) Patterns in Art at Lasdon Park. 11:30 AM – 1 PM. Patterns are everywhere. After viewing Patterns of Nature, learn how they are expressed in art. This exploration is intended to deepen your understanding and connection to nature. $30/student. Class will be in the Studio. Drop off class. Attendance limit: 8

April 6 (Katonah) Rosen House Tour at Carmoor. 1 PM and 2 PM. $15/person, Free for members and children. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Rosen House is a work of living history. Discover the eclectic home that Caramoor founders Lucie and Walter Rosen built for music. Our knowledgeable guides will take you on a captivating journey that’s perfect for friends and families alike. Tours are approximately 45 minutes.

April 8 (Yonkers) Super Solar Eclipse Viewing Party at the Hudson River Museum. 2-5 PM. Event free with general museum admission. This event is part of #HRMEclipse.

The HRM opens its doors from 2–5pm with fun and educational activities inspired by today’s once-in-a-lifetime Total Solar Eclipse. A total solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, completely blocking the face of the Sun. The sky will darken as if it were dawn or dusk. In our region, the eclipse starts at 2:30pm, approaches 91% totality at 3:25pm, and ends at 4:36pm. The next total eclipse that can be seen from our region will be in 2079!

Eclipse Viewing in the Courtyard
View the eclipse’s progress with safe tools, including two solar telescopes that reveal incredible details of the Moon’s jagged silhouette and sunspots on the face of the Sun. While you wait your turn at the solar telescopes, observe the eclipse with pinhole viewers, mirror projections, exclusive HRM eclipse glasses (while supplies last), and other safe methods. Recommended for ages 8+. Please note, the Museum is not responsible for the cancellation of outdoor activities that are dependent on the weather; all general admission ticket sales are final.

Eclipse Live Stream in the Lobby
Watch the eclipse live stream from locations along its path over North America, including museums, schools, and observatories, from Texas to Maine. Feeds will be displayed on the video monitor in the HRM Lobby, accompanied by a space-themed soundtrack.

Open-Door Eclipse Presentation in the Planetarium
Stop by the Planetarium for an ongoing, open-door presentation on the unique nature and history of Earth’s eclipses, and why they have been so avidly watched by astronomers. We’ll use the Planetarium’s digital projection system to fly out into space and get an astronaut’s-eye-view of the event as it happens.

Capture the Moment in Greene Education Center
Pose for a photo-op in front of a solar eclipse—no special glasses required!—and take a picture you’ll treasure forever (or at least until the next eclipse in 2079)!

April 12 – April 28 (Yorktown Heights) Jefferson Valley Mall Carnival by Dreamland Amusements. Free admission and free parking. Click link for carnival hours (varies by date).

ON-SALE WRISTBAND PRICING:
$37 Unlimited Ride Wristbands ($35 Cash Discount)
Wristbands are for persons 36” and over.
Ride Heights vary – some require an adult rider with child.

RIDE TICKET PRICING:
Single ticket $1.50
20 tickets $32 ($30 Cash Discount)
50 tickets (includes 1 🎟 free ride) $62 ($60 Cash Discount)
Ride Tickets for sale on site daily and online

April 12 (Mamaroneck) Chris Funk, The Wonderist at the Emelin Theatre. 8 PM. Tickets: $42-$48 plus applicable fees. Magician Chris Funk, The Wonderist, has traveled the world sharing his style of magic that can only be described as refreshingly different. Join us for an interactive world-class comedy magic show with live music that Penn & Teller calls “irresistible.” A live-feed camera and interactive video ‘brings the audience up on stage and into the act’ for a shared experience that will make you believe anything is possible. Join us for this engaging and visceral multi-media experience perfect for all ages, that leaves everyone wondering, ‘how did he do that?’

April 13 (Katonah) Animal Interactions at Muscoot Farm. 10 AM – 11 AM. Join us for the opportunity to enter one of our enclosures where you will see, touch, and learn more about an animal of the farmer’s choice! Due to the nature of this program, pre-registration is required, with tickets being $25 per person, and is only available to those 8+

April 13 (Yonkers) Earth Day Event at the Cross County Center. Free. No registration required.

Cross County Center invites families to join them for a special Earth Day celebration on Saturday, April 13th, on The Green lawn, near Pandora.  The fun filled afternoon will celebrate our beautiful planet complete with a strolling flower stilt walker, a DJ, and their resident Bee mascot! There will also be a special interactive Earth Day Flower Planting activity for kids, hosted by the Westchester Parks Foundation. Children of all ages will learn the importance of planting native species and how they impact local wildlife right here in Yonkers. Then, they will be given the materials to plant their own native flower seeds—some to take home, and others that will later be planted in parks by Westchester Parks Foundation’s volunteers. *No experience needed, suitable for all ages. Children 13 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

April 14 (Rye) Open Mic with the Music Academy of Westchester at the Barley Beach House. 7:30 PM. Open Mic Night at Barley Beach House hosted by Westchester Music Academy. Come show your singing, guitar or band talent. Registration closes April 7th. Spots are limited for each age group and time slots so don’t hesitate. $25 Registration fee will goes directly to The Westchester Music Academy. 4:30-6pm Children 12 and under. 6pm-7:30 pm Children 12 and up. Admission $25 which includes buffet dinner and cash bar. Fee $25 per performer (Goes directly to Westchester Music Academy). Any questions
info@musicacademyofwestchester.com

April 20 (Ossining) Green Ossining’s 14th Annual Earth Day Festival at Louis Engel Waterfront Park. 10 AM – 5 PM. This event showcases organizations/businesses that best exemplify Green Ossining’s ideals.

April 20-21 (Tarrytown) Spring Flower Show at the Lyndhurst Estate. 10 AM – 4 PM. Tickets: $30/adults, $28/seniors, AAA, Military and students, $18/youth (ages 6-16), Free/ages 5 and under. Enjoy a variety of flower art installations throughout the historic mansion. Shop at the botanical market, take a walk and talk lecture, sign up for a workshop and more.

Live Music & Performances:

The Bedford Playhouse (Bedford) April’s lineup includes: Nature Sacred: Where Science Meets the Soul (April 11), An Evening with Medium Thomas John (April 13),

The Capitol Theatre: (Port Chester) April’s lineup includes: Melvin Seals and JGB (April 5), An Evening with Lotus (April 6), Goose (April 7-10), Rock the River Benefit (April 11), Ross Lynch & Rocky Lynch present the Driver Era: Live on Tour (April 26) and Del McCoury Band (April 27). *Check the site for the full lineup.

Caramoor (Katonah) Enjoy live music at Caramoor this month including: Pacifica Quartet (April 14) and Lakecia Benjamin & Phoenix (April 19). *Check the site for the full lineup.

Eisenhower Hall Theatre at West Point (West Point) This month you can see Jesus Christ Superstar (April 14) and Chicago (April 21).

Emelin Theatre: (Mamaroneck) This month’s lineup includes Lucy Kaplansky with Goodnight Moonshine (April 5), Broadway Spotlight (April 6), Martin Sexton (April 13), Cyrille Aimee (April 18), Lez Zeppelin (April 20) and Amythyst Kiah (April 26). *Check the site for the full lineup

Paramount Hudson Valley: (Peekskill) April’s lineup includes: So Good! The Neil Diamond Experience (April 6), Mandy Patinkin In Concert: Being Alive (April 12), BENISE – FIESTA! Emmy Award Winning Spanish Guitar and Dance Spectacular! (April 13) Start Making Sense – The Talking Heads Tribute (April 19), Best of the Eagles (April 20), Southern RockFest ft. A Brother’s Revival and Classic Skynyrd Live! (April 29) and Garrison Keillor Tonight! (April 30). *Check the site for the full lineup

The Performing Arts Center at Purchase College (Purchase) – There are a variety of different shows in April including A.I.M by Kyle Abraham (Contemporary Dance) (April 6), Westchester Philharmonic: Old School, Fresh Voice (Classical Music) (April 7), Purchase Opera: Hamlet (April 11-14), Inside Chamber Music with Bruce Adolphe (Chamber Music) (April 17) and Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center: String Magic (Chamber Music) (April 20).

Tarrytown Music Hall: (Tarrytown) April’s lineup includes: Shovels & Rope (April 6), Marty Stuart and his Fabulous Superlatives (April 13), Dionne Warwick (April 17), Ben Folds and a Piano (April 18), Paul Mecurio’s Permission to Speak (April 20) and Madison Cunningham & Juana Molina – Not That Similar Tour (April 21). *Check the site for the full lineup

Westchester Philharmonic (Various Locations – check site for times and locations) April’s lineup includes Old School, Fresh Voice: Jaime Laredo and Isabelle Durrenberger (April 7) and Dark & Stormy: String Quartets of Beethoven & Ravel (April 21).

April 5 (Bedford) First Fridays: Breakwater at the Bedford Playhouse. 6:30 -8:30 PM. Free Event. Former Bedford resident and sailboat captain Jon Flaks leads this combo of smooth, soft rock you would hear on a yacht. CSN, Van Morrison, Steely Dan, The Eagles, and plenty of one-hit wondersongs about the wind and sea.

April 12 – May 5 (White Plains) Beautiful: The Carole King Musical at the White Plains Performing Arts Center – Before she was hit-maker Carole King — she was Carole Klein, a spunky, young songwriter from Brooklyn with a unique voice. From the chart-topping hits she wrote for the biggest acts in music to her own life-changing, trailblazing success with Tapestry, Beautiful takes you back to where it all began and takes you on the ride of a lifetime.

Featuring such unforgettable classics as “You’ve Got a Friend”, “One Fine Day”, “So Far Away”,”Will You Love Me Tomorrow”, and “Natural Woman”; this Tony® and Grammy® Award-winning musical phenomenon is filled with the songs you remember and a story you’ll never forget.

Performances at 2 PM and 7:30 PM, depending on the day. Tickets $47-$65/person.

April 18 – April 21 (Purchase) Shen Yun at The Performing Arts Center at Purchase College. Shen Yun takes you on an extraordinary journey through China’s 5,000 years of divinely inspired culture. Exquisite beauty from the heavens, profound wisdom from dynasties past, timeless legends, and ethnic traditions all spring to life through classical Chinese dance, enchanting live orchestral music, authentic costumes, and patented interactive backdrops. Revisit a time when scholars and artists sought harmony with the Tao, or the “Way” of the universe, and when divine beings walked upon the earth to inspire humanity. Join us for a night filled with beauty and wisdom, courage, and hope…Experience Shen Yun! Show times vary with dates. Tickets: $89-$209

Excercise & Fitness:

April 1 (Katonah) Sawmill River Audubon Bird Walk at Muscoot Farm. 8 AM – 10 AM. Come to the farm for an early morning bird walk with Anne Swaim of Saw Mill River Audubon. Wear sturdy shoes and bring binoculars. The walk leaves from the parking lot. While this guided walk is free, registration is required at www.sawmillriveraudubon.org.

April 7 (Katonah) Spring Discovery Walk at Lasdon Park. 11 AM – 12 PM. Join a free walking tour to look for the welcoming signs of spring. We’ll be looking for new and unfolding flowering buds on trees and shrubs, spring bulbs, bird nests, and whatever nature provides us. The tour meets at 11:00am at the Green Entrance gate off the top level of the parking lot. For more information please call 914 864-7264.

April 25 (Ossining) Sunset Series Hike at Teatown. 6:30 – 8:00 PM. As the days lengthen, join us to soak up the extra sun for this hike series with Environmental Educator Caroline Erb. Hike around Teatown Lake and watch the sun go down from Bergman Boardwalk. Come for one or come for all to herald the coming of summer as we approach the longest day of the year. Wear appropriate hiking footwear, sun protection, and bug spray, and bring water and a snack. Limited to 15 participants. Members: $5, Nonmembers: $10

Shopping:

April 14 (Elmsford) Gather + Goods Community Market at Captain Lawrence Brewing Co. 11 AM – 5 PM. Free to attend. Hosted in partnership with Gather + Goods, Captain Lawrence, and Northern Westchester Moms, it’s a day to celebrate and support local artisans and businesses. Shop unique finds, savor delicious brews, and connect with your community.

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