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February Events in Westchester County

 Happy February! Plan a date night out and some family fun this month! There are lots of February events in Westchester County and the surrounding area.

Comedy:

Levity Live (Palisade Center – West Nyack) Enjoy a comedy show at Levity Live in January. Upcoming shows include Krystyna Hutchinson (Feb. 2-4), Leanne Morgan (Feb. 9-11), Laughentine’s Day with Gianmarco Soresi (Feb. 14), D.J. Demers (Feb. 17-19), Kevin James Thornton (Feb. 23). *Check the site for the full lineup

Yonkers Comedy Club (Yonkers) Enjoy a comedy show at the Yonkers Comedy Club. Upcoming shows include Guy Torry (Feb. 2-4), Harris Stanton (Feb. 9-11), Don Jamieson, Geno Bisconte and Kevin Dombroski (Feb. 14), Aaron Berg (Feb. 16-18) and Mark Viera (Feb. 23-25). *Check the site for the full lineup

February 11 (Poughkeepsie) Valentine’s Comedy Gala at Mahoney’s Irish Pub. Featuring comedy from Ryan Denisco, Patty Rosborough and Molly Kornfeld. Doors open at 6:30 PM, buffet starts at 7 PM, show begins at 8 PM. $75/person includes tax and gratuity. Glass of champagne and chocolate covered strawberries to end the evening.

February 18 (Mamaroneck) Ladies of Laughter at the Emelin Theatre. 8 PM. “Ladies of Laughter is back! Grab your friends and spend a raucous evening with some of the funniest women doing stand-up today.” Featuring Leighann Lord, Marion Grodin and Kim Berns.Tickets: $37-$47

February 23 (Tarrytown) Bored Teachers Comedy Tour at Tarrytown Music Hall. “Featuring the funniest teacher-comedians in the world! Their hilarious skits have amassed HUNDREDS OF MILLIONS of views on the internet and they’re all joining comic forces on the stage to bring you a night of laughter you DO NOT want to miss…..” 8 PM, Tickets: $34-$49. Add-on VIP Meet & Greet $20. 

February 24 (Peekskill) Irish Comedy Tour at Paramount Hudson Valley. 8 PM. “The Irish Comedy Tour takes the party atmosphere of a Dublin pub and combines it with a boisterous, belly-laugh band of hooligans.” Ticket: $24-$35

Date Night/Girls Night Out:

February 2 (Pound Ridge) Trivia Night at The Kitchen Table. 7 PM. Teams of up to 5 people $10/person.

February 5 (Peekskill) Galentine’s Craft & Draft at Peekskill Brewery. 12 PM – 3 PM, Learn to crochet a purse with Get Cozy. Enjoy a plated brunch and receive a complimentary beverage upon arrival. $55/ticket + tax and fees.

February 13 (Yonkers) Galentine’s Day on the Hill at Ridge Hill. 6 PM – 8 PM. “Dedicated to ladies celebrating ladies, gals are invited to Ridge Hill for an early Valentine’s Day soiree. Grab your girl gang and enjoy retailer and restaurant specials, entertainment, and more.

February 13 (Mt. Kisco) Galentine’s Day Glass Painting Workshop with 22KATKRAFTS. 7 PM – 9 PM at The Hub at Hotel MTK. Tickets $39.99/person.

February 16 (Bedford) Rock Paper Scissors Events presents trivia night at the Bedford Playhouse. 7-8 PM. Teams of up to 6 players. Tickets $20

February 25 (Nyack) 1950’s Murder Mystery Dinner, Wine, and Evening of Glamour & Glitz presented by Joey G & Hotel Nyack. 5:30 PM. Ages 21+  to drink. Tickets: $150/person

Eat & Drink:

February 2 (Pleasantville) Raclette Night at Second Mouse Cheese Shop. “The original social meal – gather round the table for a plate of crispy potatoes, cured beef, cornichons and other pickled veg and loads and loads of hot Raclette cheese, melted before your eyes. A glass or two of wine, beer or cider are naturally part of the fun.” 7 PM – 8:30 PM. $60/person

February 7 (Dobbs Ferry) 2nd Annual Huntsman’s Feast at Hudson Social. Enjoy a 5 course Huntsman’s Feast (menu) hosted by Chef Matt Kay and Chef Mike Cifone. 6 PM – 10 PM. Cocktail hour is from 6 PM -7 PM and includes a signature cocktail, mixed wild game sausages and local cheeses. $110/person (plus tax and gratuity). Beer and wine included.

February 10 (Sleepy Hollow) Raclette Night at HV Writers Center – 7 PM. Enjoy a guided tasting of Alpine cheeses by Jessica Galen of Bloomy Dobbs. Then enjoy a Raclette party with melted cheese, veggies and meats prepared by Kate Sonders Solomon. There will also be wine, chocolate, French music and a fire. Tickets: $140/person

Family Fun:

February 4 (Tarrytown) Llama Llama Red Pajama Live presented by Bay Area Children’s Theatre at the Tarrytown Music Hall. 2 PM. A musical inspired by the children’s picture books by the late Anna Dewdney. Tickets: $30/adults, $25/kids (12 and under)

February 4 (Croton-on-Hudson) Teatown Hudson River Eaglefest at Croton Point Park. 9 AM – 4 PM. The program includes thrilling live bird shows spotlighting birds of prey, bird walks where you can view eagles through spotting scopes, heated tents filled with educational displays and exhibits, crafts and games for children, food trucks, and more! Tickets: $25/Adult members $30/Adult non-members, $15/Children members (ages 3-11), $17/Children non-members (ages 3-11). Day of pricing: $35/adults, $18/children. Snow Date, February 5. 

February 4-5 & Feb. 11-12 (Katonah) Tap-a-Tree at Muscoot Farm. 1 PM – 3 PM. Help us get ready to make syrup by tapping the trees! In this private group tour, participants will learn about the initial process of maple sugaring and the history of sap collection, all while using antique tools hands-on! Sessions will take place every half hour, limited to one group for each timeslot. Groups will meet at Muscoot’s Sugar Shack; $25 per group of 6.

February 5 (Mamaroneck) Doktor Kaboom and the Wheel of Science at the Emelin Theatre So much science, so little time. . “Doktor Kaboom is having trouble picking his favorite science demonstrations! Unfortunately, there are way too many to do them all. The solution: The Wheel of Science! At least a dozen fantastic STEAM demonstrations ready to go. Wherever the wheel stops, that’s what’s next! Will we turn a water bottle into a rocket or catapult bananas across the stage? Electrocute a pickle or create artificial gravity? Who knows? So, step right up, and let’s spin that wheel!

Shows at 11 AM and 2 PM. Recommended for ages 8-13. Show runs approximately 1 hour. Tickets: $24/adults, $19/kids (under 12)

February  11 (Katonah) Animal Encounters at Muscoot Farm. “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+.” This event is also taking place on March 11.

February 11 (Ossining) Valentines or Wildlife at Teatown. “Has a Tiger Salamander stolen your heart? Does a Barred Owl make your heart beat faster? Celebrate Valentine’s Day by making valentines for wildlife. Environmental Art Educator Caroline Erb will introduce some of Teatown’s favorite heartthrobs and lead card making.” Program offered at 10am & 2pm. $10/family for members, $15/family for nonmembers. Limited to five families per time slot. No more than five family members per family.

February 12 (Ossining) Darwin Day at Teatown. “Happy Birthday, Charles Darwin! Celebrate the father of biodiversity with Environmental Educator Elissa Schilmeister. Learn why biodiversity is so important and meet the diverse members of Teatown’s live collection.” $3/members, $8/nonmembers. Limited to 30 participants.

February 18-19 (Katonah) Maple Munchies at Muscoot Farm. 12 PM – 1 PM “Syrup isn’t just for pancakes! Come learn about all the ways to use maple syrup in the kitchen while cooking up a maple-themed culinary treat! This cooking class will be offered in Muscoot’s Activity Building for $15 per person, ages 6+. Treats may range from sweet to savory, so bring your appetite with you!” Also offered on March 4 and March 18.

February 25-26 (Katonah) Sugar Shack Chats at Muscoot Farm. 12 PM – 3 PM “Stop by Muscoot’s Sugar Shack anytime from 12pm-3pm to learn about how we make maple syrup!”

Live Music & Performances:

The Capitol Theatre: (Port Chester) February’s lineup includes: Lake Street Dive (Feb. 3-4), Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros (Feb. 7-8, 10-11), Long Island Medium Theresa Caputo (Feb. 9) and Brandi Carlisle (Feb. 17). *Check the site for the full lineup

Emelin Theatre: (Mamaroneck) This month’s lineup includes Richard Thompson (Feb. 2).*Check the site for the full lineup

Paramount Hudson Valley: (Peekskill) February’s lineup includes: Louis Prima Jr. and The Witnesses (Feb. 11), Los Lobos (Feb. 17), Broadway Perspectives: A Concert Celebrating Diversity (Feb. 25) *Check the site for the full lineup

Tarrytown Music Hall: (Tarrytown) February’s lineup includes: Mandy Patinkin (Feb.11), Countess Cabaret starring Luann de Lesseps (2/25), Shawn Colvin, Marc Cohn & Sarah Jarosz: Together in Concert (2/26). *Check the site for the full lineup

February 25 (Bedford) Medium Thomas John at the Bedford Playhouse. 7 PM. “Back by popular demand! Internationally-regarded psychic medium Thomas John performs an insightful and lively evening of readings. Witness John remarkably channel and deliver messages from spirits from the other side. While there is no guarantee that a specific person will come through, John is typically able to channel the people that are most meaningful to you and give you a message that is just what you need to hear. His readings are known for their incredible accuracy with specific details, providing unequivocal evidence of the existence of consciousness. VIP tickets include a more intimate 1-hour session with Thomas after the conclusion of the main show (space is limited).” Tickets: $85/regular, $260/premium seat with VIP Experience. 

Shopping:

February 1 (Harrison) Valentine’s Day Event in support of Pediatric Cancer Foundation at Harrison Meadows Country Club. 11 AM – 4 PM. Shop from over 30+ vendors.

February 5 & February 19 (Yorktown Heights at the Jefferson Valley Mall) Winter Farmers Market at the Jefferson Valley Mall. 11 AM – 3 PM. Located in the common area outside Auntie Liana’s. Find fresh baked focaccia pickles, olives, tomato sauce and more. Also taking place on 3/5, 3/19 and 4/2.

February 7 (Mohegan Lake) Galentine’s Permanent Jewelry Pop-Up at Augie’s Prime Cut with The Lounge House. 4 PM. Bracelets, anklets and more will be welded on site. There will also be other goods from The Lounge House. Food and drink specials from Augie’s will be available from 3-6 PM.

February 11 (Jefferson Valley) Cupid’s Sip & Shop at the Jefferson Valley Mall. 11 AM – 3 PM. Network, sip and shop at this event.

February 12 (Peekskill) Valentine’s Vegan Pop-up at Lile Boutique Spa. 1 PM – 5 PM. Shop for skincare products, accessories, plants and more. Purchase doughnuts, empanadas, baked goods and more.

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January Events in Westchester County

Welcome 2023! With the craziness of the holidays behind us, it’s time to start filling our calendars with fun! We have rounded up some of the January Events taking place in Westchester County (and the surrounding area). Plan some family fun or a date night out this month!

Comedy:

Levity Live (Palisade Center – West Nyack) Enjoy a comedy show at Levity Live in January. Upcoming shows include Jessica Kirson (Jan. 5-7), Capone (Jan. 12-15), Yannis Pappas w/ special guest Maurica (Jan. 20-22), Arnez J. (Jan. 27-29). *Check the site for the full lineup

Yonkers Comedy Club (Yonkers) Enjoy a comedy show at the Yonkers Comedy Club. Upcoming shows include JJ Ramirez (Jan. 12-14), DC Benny (Jan. 19-21) and Aida Rodriguez (Jan. 26-28).

January 27 (Mamaroneck) The Daily Show Writers Comedy Tour at the Emelin Theatre. Featuring Kat Radley, Randall Otis, Matt Koff and Joe Opio. Tickets $35-$45 

January 27 (Peekskill) Peekskills & Thrills Comedy Show at Peekskill Brewery. 6:30 PM – 9 PM. Doors open at 6:30 PM, show starts at 7 PM. Enjoy a night of comedy brought to you in a collaboration between Peekskill Brewery and comedian Marcus Cardona. Hosted by Sean Barry, the lineup features comedians including Zilla Vodnas, JT Anderson, Alex Kollar and more. $26.95/ticket

Date Night/Girls Night Out:

January 11 (Bedford) Rock Paper Scissors Events presents trivia night at the Bedford Playhouse. 7-8 PM. Teams of up to 6 players. Tickets $20

January 12 (Peekskill) Paint & Sip at Lile Boutique Spa with Terry Fokine. 7-9 PM. $35/person

January 21 (Peekskill) Charcuterie Workshop & Sip at Lile Boutqiue Spa. 1-3 PM. Enjoy a drink while learning how to make food art that you can take home to enjoy.

January 27 (Peekskill) Paint & Sip hosted by Acielo Art at The Red Door Creative Space. 5 PM – 8 PM. $35/person early RSVP, $40/person at the door. DM (@trdcreativespace via Instagram) to RSVP.

Eat & Drink:

January 3 -31 (White Plains) White Plains Restaurant Month – Enjoy a prix fixe lunch or dinner at one of the many participating restaurants in White Plains. Lunch $22.95, Dinner $32.95, 2nd Tier Dinner $42.95.

January 26 (Ardsley) Mushroom Dinner at L’inizio. The restaurant has collaborated with Westchester Mushroom Co. to prepare a four-course mushroom dinner. Each course is paired with wine. 6:30 PM, $125/per person.

Family Fun:

November 2022 – January 2023 (FDR State Park, Yorktown Heights) Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience – “A nighttime woodland trail experience filled with magical creatures and wizarding wonders from the Harry Potter™ and Fantastic Beasts™ films. Explore after dark the sounds, lights, and special effects that bring the magic of the Wizarding World to life. Guests will also be able to enjoy a wide range of delicious food and drinks at the village! Set in a beautiful woodland, this nighttime trail experience has been created by award-winning theatrical designers and experiential creators.” Parking: $8/online, $10 on-site, Tickets: Adults (16+) $46-$75 + $9.00 booking fee (depends on date), Child (5-15) $35-$64 +$9.00 booking fee (depends on date)

January 7 (Ossining) Avian Art & Bird Walk at Teatown. Join Early Childhood Art Educator Caroline Erb for an avian art session and bird walk. Birds of winter, even without their breeding plumage, are beautiful. How will their fine feathers inspire you? This program also involves a short bird walk, so come to craft, but please dress for the weather.

10 AM and 2 PM session. $10 per family/members, $15 per family/nonmembers, limited to 5 families per time slot (max 5 members per family)

January 7 (Katonah) Animal Encounters at Muscoot Farm. 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+. This event is also taking place on Feb. 11 and March 11.

January 8 (Ossining) New Year Hike at Teatown. Ring in the new year with a hike, where we’ll celebrate new beginnings in the winter woods. Be prepared for a moderately difficult hike around Teatown Lake and up Teatown Hill. Wear appropriate hiking footwear, cold-weather clothing, and bring water and a snack.

12 PM – 2 PM. $3/members, $8/nonmembers, recommended ages 8+, limited to 15 participants 

January 14-15 (Katonah) Backyard Sugaring at Muscoot Farm. 1-2 PM Did you know that you can make your own maple syrup right in your backyard? Come by to learn about the equipment you will need, identifying sugar maples in all seasons, the right way to tap trees, and how to turn sap from maples in your yard into syrup on your pancakes! We will meet at Muscoot’s Sugar Shack to tour our equipment and then walk around the farm to see our maples. Event is free! 

January 14-15 (Tarrytown) Disney’s ALADDIN Jr. presented by Clocktower Players at the Tarrytown Music Hall. Clocktower Players welcomes you to Agrabah, City of Enchantment, where every beggar has a story and every camel has a tail! 

Clocktower’s Jr Troupe performs Saturday January 14 at noon and The Kids Troupe performs January 15 at noon. 12 PM, Tickets: $26/adults, $22/children (18 and under)

January 15 (Ossining) Hop into the New Year at Teatown. Celebrate Lunar New Year at Teatown with Environmental Educator Elissa Schilmeister as we welcome the Year of the Rabbit. Learn what a lagomorph is and how it differs from rodents. Meet members of this fascinating order of animals, get creative with a craft, and find out what the Year of the Rabbit has in store for you.

10 AM-11 AM. $10 per family/members, $15 per family/nonmembers, limited to 5 families per time slot (max 5 members per family)

January 21 (Mamaroneck) Tortoise & Hare: The Next GenerationWe begin with Aesop’s classic fable of the The Tortoise and the Hare but continue the story which finds them 10 years down the road, now with children of their own and exploring modern day distractions.  Smart phones and video games create a new landscape of lost connections to life experiences. The Next Gen features Tortoise Junior and Lil’ Hare in a whole new kind of race; where their adventures lead them into unexpected territory. Old man Tortoise and Big Daddy Hare must come together despite their differences to find and save their children. What hurdles will they have to overcome to make it to the finish line?

With dazzling visuals, poignant storytelling and the creative use of music from classical to pop, this production brings this tale into a new brilliant light.

Shows at 11 AM and 2 PM. Recommended for grades K-4. Show runs approximately 1 hour. Tickets: $24/adults, $19/kids (under 12)

January 27-28: (Tarrytown) CHICAGO Teen Edition Presented by Clocktower Players. CHICAGO is the one musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmy and shake.  A universal tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz, with one show stopping song after another.  Honored with 6 Tony Awards,  2 Olivier Awards, a Grammy, and thousands of standing ovations – the New York Times proclaimed it, “Musical Heaven!”

Starring Clocktower’s TEEN Troupe. Shows at 7:30 PM. Tickets: $26/adults, $22/children (18 and under)

Live Music & Performances:

The Capitol Theatre: (Port Chester) This month’s lineup includes: Greensky Bluegrass (Jan. 13-14), Umphrey’s McGee (Jan. 20-21), Joe Russo’s Almost Dead (Jan. 27-29). *Check the site for the full lineup

Emelin Theatre: (Mamaroneck) This month’s lineup includes The 3 Ages screening (Jan. 18).*Check the site for the full lineup

Tarrytown Music Hall: (Tarrytown) January’s lineup includes: Jazz is Dead (Jan. 26) and Music Hall Academy: There’s No Business Like Snow Business Rising Stars Fundraising event (Jan. 29). *Check the site for the full lineup

White Plains Performing Arts Center (WPPAC): (White Plains) Jersey Boys performing through January 8, Laura Benanti (Jan. 28)

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Ice Skating in Westchester County and Beyond

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Ice Skating in Westchester County and Beyond

Updated December 2022

Ice skating is a fun winter family activity.  Here is all the info on ice skating in Westchester County and beyond.  Many of these rinks are indoors and offer year-round skating. If interested, many also offer skating lessons and have ice hockey leagues.  Please double check the websites for the most up-to-date information. 

WESTCHESTER COUNTY:


*Cross County Center Pop-up Ice Sating Rink
Cross County Center
8000 Mall Walk
Yonkers, NY 10704


The pop-up rink at the Cross County Center is made of glice. The rink is located at the Center Court near the Christmas tree. Character skate nights will take place throughout the season. Skaters must be 5 years old or 42 inches tall.

Fees:
Admission:
$10 includes skate rental and a one hour session
*Debit/credit only.

*Ebersole Ice Rink
Delfino Park
110 Lake Street
White Plains, NY
(914) 422-1390

Ebersole Ice Rink is located in Delfino Park in White Plains.  Public skate sessions are 2 hours. Check the website’s public skating schedule for specific dates and times.  They have an adults only skate session on Sunday mornings from 8:30 – 10:15 AM.

Fees:
Admission:  $11/adult, $9/youth, $6/ seniors
Skate Rental:  $5.00/pair

*Edward J. Murray Memorial Skating Center
348 Tuckahoe Road
Yonkers, NY
(914) 377-6469

EJ Murray Memorial Skating Center is located in Yonkers. It’s been voted “Best Ice Skating Rink” by Westchester Magazine readers. Check the website for the public skate schedule.

Fees:
Admission:  $11/general admission adults and children, $3/seniors
Skate Rental:  $6.00/pair

*Hommocks Park Ice Rink
140 Hommocks Road
Larchmont, NY 10538
(914) 834-1069
Open for public skating October 1, 2022 – June 11, 2023

Hommocks Park Ice Rink is located in Larchmont. Check the website for the public skate schedule. They have a Skate with Santa event, a character skate and a winter festival. Season memberships available.

Fees:
Daily Admission:  $11/adult (non-resident), $10/children (12 and under, non-resident), $9.00/ seniors (non-resident)
Skate Rental:  $5.00/pair

*Ice Hutch
655 Garden Avenue
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
(914) 699-6787

Ice Hutch is an indoor skating rink located in Mount Vernon.  They offer public skating sessions and lessons.

Fees:
Admission: info coming soon
Skate Rental: info coming soon

*Playland Ice Casino
100 Playland Parkway
Rye, NY 10580
(914) 481-5941

Playland Ice Casino is located in Rye.  There are two rinks, the Main Rink and the Studio Rink. They offer public skate sessions, skating lessons and have hockey leagues. Pre-registration for public sessions is available. Check the website for the public skate schedule.

Fees:
Admission: $16/adult, (includes skate rental), $9/children 10 and under (includes skate rental), $6/children under 3 and Seniors (includes skate rental)

*Ridge Hill on Ice
Ridge Hill Shopping Center
One Ridge Hill Boulevard
Yonkers, NY 10710
Open November 12 – January 29

Located in the Town Square. Pre-booking is recommended. Check the website for dates and times.

Fees:
Admission: $18/adult, (plus tax, includes skate rental), $14/children (12 years old & under) (plus tax includes skate rental)

*Westchester Skating Academy
91 Fairview Park Drive
Elmsford, NY 10523
(914) 347-8232

Westchester Skating Academy is located in Elmsford.  There are two rinks, the USA rink and the Canada rink. They offer public skate sessions, skating lessons and have hockey leagues. Pre-registration for public sessions is available. Check the website for the public skate schedule.

Fees:
Admission: $16/adult, (includes skate rental), $9/children 10 and under (includes skate rental), $6/children under 3 and Seniors (includes skate rental)

DUTCHESS COUNTY:
McCann Ice Arena
14 Civic Center Plaza
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

The McCann Ice Arena facility offers ice hockey, public ice skating, learn to skate programs, birthday parties, figure skating, and private lessons for all ages. Check the website for the public skate schedule. Pre-registration required.

Fees:
Admission: $15/adult (ages 13+) (includes skate rental), $10/children 12 and under (includes skate rental)
Walker Rental: $3

ORANGE COUNTY:
*IceTime Sports Complex
21 Lakeside Road
Newburgh, NY 12550
(845)567-0005

IceTime Sports Complex has public skating times throughout the week and on weekends. Check the website for the public skate schedule. Pre-registration required.
Fees:
Admission: $15/adult (ages 13+) (includes skate rental), $10/children 12 and under (includes skate rental)
Walker Rental:  $3

PUTNAM COUNTY:

*Brewster Ice Arena
63 Fields Lane
Brewster, NY 10509
(845) 279-2229

Brewster Ice Arena is an indoor rink in Brewster. The facility offers ice hockey, public ice skating, learn to skate programs, birthday parties, figure skating, and private lessons for all ages. Check the website’s skating schedule for specific dates and times.

Fees:
Admission:  $9/adult, $7/children (12 and under)
Friday Night Skate (8:15 PM – 10:15 PM):  $10 admission
Skate Rental: $4/pair
Walker Rental:  $3.00

ROCKLAND COUNTY:

*Bear Mountain Ice Rink
Bear Mountain State Park
Route 9W North
Bear Mountain, NY 10911
(845) 786-2701  x266
Open for public skating November 5, 2022 – March 5, 2023

This rink is outdoors and uncovered so dress warmly!  Public skating sessions are 90 minutes in length. There are no reservations for skating, it is first come, first serve.  Tickets go on sale approximately 1 hour before each session begins.  There will also be additional sessions during the holiday break.  Check the website’s holiday hours for additional times.

Fees:
Parking:  $10.00
Admission:  $5.00, children 4 and under are free
Skate rental:  $10.00/pair
Mastercard and Visa are accepted.

*Palisades Center Ice Rink
Palisades Center
2900 Palisades Center Drive
West Nyack, NY 10994
(845) 353-4855

This is an indoor ice rink located on the 4th floor of the Palisades Center mall.  Check the website’s skating schedule for specific dates and times.

Fees:
Admission:  $12.00
Sate rental:  $4.00/pair

November Events in Westchester County

Before the craziness of the holidays begin, we have rounded up some November Events in Westchester County (and the surrounding area). Plan some family fun or a date night out this month!

Comedy:

Levity Live (Palisade Center – West Nyack) Enjoy a comedy show at Levity Live in November. Upcoming shows include Preacher Lawson (Nov. 4-6), Shawn Wayans (Nov. 11-12), Rachel Feinstein (Nov. 18-20) and Mark Viera (Nov. 25-27). *Check the site for the full lineup

Nov. 4 (Mahopac) Comedy with Clam Sauce at Putnam County Golf Course. “Laugh the Night Away with 3 Italian Stallions… Bob DiBuono, Eric Tartaglione, and Pat Marone and a special guest…you’ll have to wait and see! Enjoy a night of laughter and a delicious Italian Buffet that includes many Italian favorites including Sausage & Peppers, Eggplant Rollatini, Chicken Francese, and of course Linguini with Clam Sauce. Cookies & coffee for dessert during intermission.” Doors Open at 6:30 PM, Dinner 7 PM – 8 PM, Show 8 PM  Tickets: $45+tax includes an Italian buffet dinner

Date Night/Girls Night Out:

November 16 (Bedford) Trivia Night Rock Paper Scissors Events presents trivia night at the Bedford Playhouse. 7-8 PM. Teams of up to 6 players. 

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 several November classes including: AJ’s (Nov.1), Baked by Susan (Nov. 2), Zwilling J.A. Henckels Cooking Studio (Nov. 7 & 8), Fin & Brew (Nov. 10), Meraki Taverna (Nov. 15), GoSu Meats & Noodles (Nov. 16), Chutney Masala Indian Bistro (Nov. 19), Clock Tower Grill (Nov. 30)

November 7 – 20: (throughout the Hudson Valley) Hudson Valley Restaurant Week Enjoy a 3 course lunch or 3 course dinner at one of over a hundred restaurants throughout the Hudson Valley. New this year, there are four different price points: $24.95, $29.95, $39.95 and $44.95 (prices vary by restaurant). Beverages, tax and tip not included. Select days may apply. Check out the Valley Table website for more details.

Family Fun:

November 2022 – January 2023 (FDR State Park, Yorktown Heights) Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience – “A nighttime woodland trail experience filled with magical creatures and wizarding wonders from the Harry Potter™ and Fantastic Beasts™ films. Explore after dark the sounds, lights, and special effects that bring the magic of the Wizarding World to life. Guests will also be able to enjoy a wide range of delicious food and drinks at the village! Set in a beautiful woodland, this nighttime trail experience has been created by award-winning theatrical designers and experiential creators.” Parking: $8/online, $10 on-site, Tickets: Adults (16+) $46-$75 + $9.00 booking fee (depends on date), Child (5-15) $35-$64 +$9.00 booking fee (depends on date)

Holiday Fun:

November 9 – It’s a Wonderful Life movie showing at The Tarrytown Music Hall (Tarrytown) Watch this holiday classic on the big screen. 8 PM, $10/non-members, $5/members

November 12-December 4 Greenburgh Nature Center Holiday Train Show (weekends only)
“Our Holiday Train Show features a special 12 x18 foot display of model trains traveling through countryside scenes. The display includes detailed features such as a mountain with a train tunnel, a ravine with a train trestle crossing over it, a stream, a model village, railroad crossings, and much more.” The Holiday Train Show takes place inside the Manor House. 10AM-4PM.

November 16 Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet at The Capitol Theatre (Port Chester) “As Moscow Ballet and its acclaimed Great Russian Nutcracker celebrate their 30th anniversary of touring North America, the production has been rebranded as “NUTCRACKER! Magic of Christmas Ballet. This new name is representative of the diverse international cast that comes together from around the world to tour the country and promote an appreciation of ballet and the unity that the art form brings. Bringing people together during the Christmas season has always been at the forefront of the production, and after 30 years of bringing joy and celebration to families nationwide, they continue to welcome new and returning guests to take part in the holiday classic that is “NUTCRACKER! Magic of Christmas Ballet.” Doors open 6 PM, Show begins at 7 PM. Tickets: $35-$85

November 26 World Ballet Series: Nutcracker at the Paramount Hudson Valley (Peekskill) “A part of the World Ballet Series, the Nutcracker is performed live by a multinational cast of 50 professional ballet dancers gathered to bring the most beloved holiday tradition to life.  A family-friendly experience accompanied by Tchaikovsky’s timeless score, over 150 hand-sewn costumes, hand-crafted sets and classic Marius Petipa choreography.  This fairytale will take you on a Christmas night adventure with Clara and the Nutcracker to the Land of Sweets. See the iconic Waltz of Flowers, and the Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy, meet Mother Ginger and the Drosselmeyer.” 7 PM, Tickets: $33-$175

November 25-27 (and December dates) Peace, Love & Lights at Bethel Woods (Bethel) “Drive-thru holiday winter lights on the Bethel Woods grounds from the comfort of your car. Simply turn off your headlights and follow the magical glow. There is nothing else quite like this the area.” One ticket per carload – $30, 5 PM – 10 PM, last entry at 9 PM

Live Music & Performances:

Bethel Woods: (Bethel) A little further to travel but some great musicians worth checking out play here. In November you can see: Jim Messina (Nov. 5), Valerie June (Nov. 6),  *Check the site for the full lineup

Caramoor: (Katonah) This month performances at Caramoor include Jeremy Denk (Nov. 6), Ivalas Quartet (Nov. 13), Iestyn Davies, countertenor Thomas Dunford, lute (Nov. 20)  *Check the site for the full lineup

The Capitol Theatre: (Port Chester) This month’s lineup includes: The Last Waltz (Nov. 3-4), Get the Led Out (Nov. 5), The Revivalists (Nov. 12), Twiddle (Nov. 25-26) *Check the site for the full lineup

Emelin Theatre: (Mamaroneck) This month’s lineup includes Valerie June (Nov. 5), Joe Matarese: Mullets and Mixtapes (Nov. 12), The Sixties Show (Nov. 18), Bill Frisell Trio (Nov. 20) *Check the site for the full lineup

Paramount Hudson Valley: (Peekskill) November’s lineup includes: The Association (Nov. 5), “Soultown to Motown” featuring The Sensational Soul Cruisers (Nov. 18), ZEBRA- Celebrating 40 Years Since Their Debut Album (Nov. 25) *Check the site for the full lineup

Tarrytown Music Hall: (Tarrytown) November’s lineup includes: Westchester Symphonic Winds (Nov. 6), Vic DiBitetto (Nov. 12), Joan Osborne w/ special guests Larry Campbell & Teresa Williams (Nov. 18), Stella Blue’s Band & Soulshine – Celebrating the Grateful Dead & Allman Brothers (Nov. 23), Lotus Land – The American RUSH Tribute (Nov. 26) *Check the site for the full lineup

November 16 – Broadway Divafest (White Plains) Taking place at the White Plains Performing Arts Center. “Produced and hosted by New York Casting Director Stephen DeAngelis exclusively for the White Plain Performing Arts Center, BROADWAY DIVAFEST will showcase the talents of five of Broadway’s finest vocalists who will celebrate the roles and musical selections that underscore the leading lady’s influence in the “Great Bright Way”. The cast will recreate their most memorable musical moments and career highlights as well as display their versatility, share backstage behind-the scenes-anecdotes and participate in an enlightening and entertaining question-and-answer session with the audience.” 8 PM, Tickets: $50-$66

Shopping:

November 6 MADE Hudson Valley Holiday Market at City Winery Hudson Valley (Montgomery)
11 AM-5 PM “Guests will enjoy an elevated and immersive shopping adventure and indulge in hand-crafted cocktails, cozy bonfires, live music, winery tours, and delicious food, all while meeting the best local Makers and shopping their unique wares.” General Admission tickets $12 in advance/$15 at the door.

November 12-13Greenburgh Nature Center Holiday Market (Greenburgh) – “An outdoor Holiday Market featuring live music, with local artists and vendors selling sustainable items. Visitors will enjoy homemade apple cider and hot chocolate while shopping for unique environmentally friendly gifts.”10AM-2PM.

November 2627 Holiday Market at Bethel Woods (Bethel) “More than 75 craft, artisan, and specialty food vendors will be placed throughout the site, giving you access to one-of-a-kind holiday gifts, provisions, and more.”

 

Serious Fun Arts Fest coming to White Plains

Some people may find art stuffy and inaccessible. Parents of young children may be hesitant to bring their kids to art museums for fear of them touching the art or being too loud. However, there are many benefits to exposing kids to art, especially from a young age. Some of these benefits include improving fine motor skills, promoting creativity and helping them better understand the world around them. White Plains based ArtsWestchester has a mission, “to create an equitable, vibrant and sustainable Westchester County in which the arts are integral to and integrated into every facet of life.“ One way they are fulfilling this mission is by bringing the Serious Fun Arts Fest to White Plains. This is a five day outdoor, street art festival.

Photo c/o ArtsWestchester

Just as the name describes, the Serious Fun Arts Fest is sure to be five filled days of fun! This is an event for art lovers of all ages and is very family-friendly. The festival has been put together by ArtsWestchester in collaboration with the New York State Division of Tourism’s, I LOVE NY. Taking place from October 12 – 16, there will be public artworks, music performances, gallery openings, family activities and more.

Photo c/o ArtsWestchester

Altogether, the works of over 200 New York State artists will be featured. Some local artists being featured include Katonah ‘s Christopher Rios, White Plains resident, Erwin Ong and Nyack’s Chris Soria.

Photo c/o ArtsWestchester

The fun kicks off Wednesday, October 12th with One Martine Gallery and the Serious Fun Art Fair at The Galleria, both opening at 10 AM. Live music performances begin at 12 PM and continue throughout the day until 10 PM. Every day of the festival the ArtsMobile will be onsite, with family fun art-making activities.

ArtsMobile Schedule:

Wednesday Oct. 12 (3-5pm)
• Visual art activity with teaching artist TBD – at Renaissance Plaza

Thursday Oct. 13 (3-5pm)
• Contribute to a communal watercolor artwork and/or create a painting to take home with teaching artist Erin Carney – at Renaissance Plaza

Friday Oct. 14 (3-5pm)

• Participate in building a community sculpture from recycled boxes with teaching artist Miguel Cossio – at Renaissance Plaza

Saturday Oct. 15 (11am-2pm)
• Ceramics/clay activity with teaching artist Vicky Youngman – at Renaissance Plaza
• Visual art workshop with teaching artist Aisha Nailah – on Mamaroneck Avenue
• Paper animal sculptures with teaching artist Richela Fabian Morgan – on Mamaroneck Avenue
• Visual art activity with teaching artist Ronit Levin Delgado – on Mamaroneck Avenue
• (11:30am-12:15pm) Family Fun: Songs From the Middle East with Matt Turk & Friends (part of the Serious Fun Block Party) – on Mamaroneck Avenue

Sunday Oct. 16 (11am-2pm)
•  Art-making with the ArtsMobile  – at Renaissance Plaza

Serious Fun Block Party

The highlight of the five day arts festival is the The Serious Fun Block Party. On Saturday, October 15th, beginning at 11:30 AM, there will be live music and dance performances, a poetry jam and more!  Check out this lineup of family fun:

Performance Schedule:
11:30am-12:15pm: Family Fun: Songs From the Middle East with Matt Turk & Friends
12:30-1:15pm: Live-looping mastery of rootsy singer songwriter Will Evans (of Barefoot Truth)
1:30-2:20pm: Evolution of Cabaret (20th c. Soul/Pop Hits) with Porter Carroll, Jr.
2:35-3:25pm: Pop Now Grooves with REMY
3:40-4:30pm: Post-Rock Soundscapes with Wess Meets West
4:45-6pm: Indie Folk Rock with Slambovian Circus of Dreams
5:30-6:00pm: Reflective storytelling improv experience with NYC Queer Playback Theater.

Enjoy a Pop-Up Dance event as Westchester Dance Artists A HYPE SQUAD responds to the music from 2:30-5:30pm! (back end of concert area)

Photo c/o ArtsWestchester

The five day festival closes out with a headliner concert by Sammy Rae & the Friends. This Brooklyn-based alternative band has indie and R&B influences and will sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Tickets to the headliner concert on Sunday at 5 PM cost $25.

When you get hungry, do not worry! One thing White Plains does not lack is an abundance of good restaurants. On just the festival concert stage block alone, there are seven restaurants to choose from, including Morton’s and nearby Greca. Both of these restaurants have even created a special cocktail in honor of the festival. Take a walk further down Mamaroneck Avenue or along the cross streets and the restaurant options are endless for all budgets and food preferences. 

Come enjoy the Serious Fun Arts Fest. Whether it’s for one day, or all five, there’s something for everyone!

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The weather has cooled down and it’s now the perfect time to embrace all things apple and pumpkin spice. Check out these events taking place in October and starting planning your month of fun.

Comedy:

Levity Live (Palisade Center – West Nyack) Enjoy a comedy show at Levity Live in October. Upcoming shows include Big Jay Oakerson (Oct. 6-8), The Amish Outlaws (Oct. 13), Jessica Kirson (Oct. 14-16), Tony Rock (Oct. 28-30). *Check the site for the full lineup

October 8 (Mahopac) The Uncle Louie Variety Show at Putnam County Golf Course. “The Uncle Louie Variety Show is composed of two hilarious Italian-American comedians, Carlo Russo and Lou Greco. For many years, they have been making people laugh through their unique brand of comedy that brings memories of how it was like to grow up as an Italian.” 7 PM – 9 PM with an intermission. Doors open at 6 PM. Tickets: $45+tax includes an Italian buffet dinner

October 14 (Brewster) Comedy Night at the Funny Farm at Tilly’s Table – “Laugh the Night Away with these 3 Comedians, Patty Rosborough (from Putnam), Frank Favia, and Helene Angley! 3 Times the Laughter, 3 Times the Fun!” Doors open at 6:30 PM, showtime is 8 PM-10 PM. Tickets: $45 + tax/person . Ticket price includes show & buffet dinner. Cash bar available.

Date Night/Girls Night Out:

October 19 (Bedford) Trivia Night Rock Paper Scissors Events presents trivia night at the Bedford Playhouse. 7-8 PM. Teams of up to 6 players. 

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 lots of October classes including: Zwilling J.A. Henckels Cooking Studio (Oct.1), La Catena Italian Restaurant (Oct. 3), Baked by Susan (Oct.11), Tredici North (Oct. 12), The Dessertist (Oct. 17), The Taco Project – Yonkers (Oct. 18), Saw Mill Tavern (Oct. 19), Maria Restaurant (Oct. 22), Village Social Kitchen & Bar (Oct. 23), Mima Vinoteca Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar (Oct. 25), The Horse & Hound Inn (Oct. 26), The 808 Bistro (Oct. 29).

October 1-2 (Elmsford) Captain Lawrence Oktoberfest – Enjoy, “beers, brats, music and good times.” Festivities begin around 1pm both days!

October 4 (Mamaroneck) 5 Course Food and Beer Tasting – Join Chef Jessica of Cooking by Jessica and Decadent Ale Beers for a 5 course food and beer tasting. 6:30 PM, $75/person

October 8-9 (Bethel) The Big Sip: A Wine & Spirits Festival – A two-day craft beverage festival celebrating the finest wineries and distilleries in our region with live music from Mike DelGuidice & Big Shot (Saturday), Ripe (Sunday), and more special guests!” Oct. 8 & 9: 1 PM -5 PM, VIP Entry 12 PM, Tickets:$50/Saturday, $45/Sunday VIP Tickets: $90/Saturday, $85/Sunday, Designated Driver tickets available at discounted price, ticket prices will go up the week of the event and the day of.

October 8-9 (Mount Kisco) Captain Lawrence Oktoberfest – Enjoy, “beers, brats, music and good times.” Festivities begin around 1pm both days!

October 9 (Mahopac) Holy Smoke Oktoberfest – 1 PM – 5 PM. Enjoy this all you can eat and drink event on the Great Lawn. Games, giveaways, German beers and more. 21+ event. Tickets must be pre-purchased. Tickets: $100/person + $8.16 fee.

October 9 (White Plains) White Plains Oktoberfest 1-6 PM Live music, games, food and German beer. Taking place on Mamaroneck Avenue between E. Post Rd. and Maple Avenue. Advance tickets $11, day-of tickets $15, Cash and Credit card will be accepted at the door, but all outside bars will be cash only.

October 15 (Wappingers Falls) Grand Slam Beer Festival at Dutchess Stadium, 2 PM – 6 PM, enjoy beer and cider, music, food available for purchase, games and more.Tickets: $107/VIP ticket (1 PM – 6 PM), $82/General Admission (2 PM – 6 PM), $25/Designated Driver, rain or shine, $5 parking fee (free for VIP), 21+ only event

October 15 (Peekskill) Peekskill Brewery 14th Anniversary Block Party 2-8 PM, live music, food trucks, beer tents, vendors, artisans and more.

Fairs & Festivals:

October 1 – (Peekskill) Peekskill Rotary’s 2022 Fall Festival – 12 PM – 6 PM at the Riverfront Green. “This year, there will be live music all day on the main stage, a pumpkin carving design contest with viewing and judging under the gazebo, a bike rodeo for children, food trucks, obstacle course, arts & crafts and more.

October 1-2 -(Armonk) Armonk Outdoor Art Show – Taking place at 205 Business Park Drive, 10 AM – 5 PM, rain or shine. “Approximately 140 juried artists will present work in a broad range of art, including Fine Crafts, Mixed Media, Painting, Printmaking/Drawing/Pastels, Sculpture, Photography/Digital Art, and Wearable Art.” There will also be food, drinks, a Family Activities tent and more. Tickets: $15/General admission, $13/seniors, Free/18 and under.

October 8 (reschedule date) – (Croton-on-Hudson) Village of Croton Fall Fest/Oktoberfest – Grand Street at the Dummy Light 12 PM – 6:00 PM, food trucks, vendors, family fun.

“The Village of Croton is hosting the 2nd annual Oktoberfest featuring food, beer, arts and crafts, music and family fun! It’s the only Oktoberfest in the Hudson Valley with a kid friendly “Kinder Fall Fest” area! The street will be full of food and fest for all ages. Traditional German fare and craft beers, as well as international offerings from a wide variety of local spots! Plenty of other non food related vendors too. Come help us make this Croton Oktober/Fallfest a fun day! In Vassallo Park there will be a more youth oriented Fallfest, with food and music so the kinders can get their fest on too.”

October  8 – (Tymor Park, Lagrangeville) Dutchess County Irish Festival – Presented by the Dutchess County Gaelic Athletic Association. Live music, food and drinks, kids inflatables and more. 12 PM – 9 PM. Adult admission: $23.04/adult (includes $3.04 fee), Free/18 and under

October 9 – (Jefferson Valley Mall) Yorktown Fall Festival and Car Show 11 AM – 5 PM Enjoy a day filled with music, food, children’s rides, musical performances and more.

October 12-16 (White Plains) Serious Fun Art Festival – This festival runs through five days, “this fall with arts activities ranging from concerts to live mural painting, a public art walking tour to dancing in the streets. There will be sculpture, performance art, massive public art unveilings by renowned artists, fun family art-making and more throughout the downtown. Don’t miss Sunday’s headliner concert with Sammy Rae and Friends. And reserve your spot for Saturday’s FREE Serious Fun Block Party, with an eclectic mix of six inspired performances!” Check out the link above for the full schedule and to purchase tickets.

October 13 (Tarrytown) Harvest Party for Sukkot – Thurs. Oct. 13 from 5:30-7:30 PM at the Shames JCC in Tarrytown. “Come celebrate the fall harvest with the live bluegrass sounds of @nefeshmountain founders Doni + Eric while you nosh on an abundant, seasonal (and vegetarian!) graze board designed by local chef @katesonders. Sukkot is an annual Jewish agricultural festival that asks us to rejoice in mother earth’s bounty – so rejoice we will….The party will be outdoors and all are welcome. (Bring your instruments if you want to jam along!)” $18/members, $30/non-members

October 15 (Chappaqua) Chappaqua Children’s Book Festival – Taking place at the Chappaqua Train Station fro 10 AM – 4 PM. “Free outdoor festival celebrating children’s books and authors. 158 authors plus a family fun zone, food trucks, entertainment, the Bubble Bus and more. Books available for sale and signing — cash and credit cards. Come and spend the day in downtown Chappaqua. Free parking.”

October 15 (Scarsdale) Greenbugh Nature Center Fall Festival – “Outdoor fall celebration for families and visitors of all ages featuring live music, crafts and games, a pumpkin and scarecrow walk, apple cider demonstrations and tastings, vendors selling sustainable items, meadow dedication, and more. 10AM-3PM.”

October 15 (Katonah) Bedford Music Festival at the John Jay Homestead – The Spin Doctors will be the headline band with other local bands playing throughout the day. Enjoy “food from local restaurants, retailers, and vendors showcasing their extraordinary fare and unique merchandise.” 3:30 PM – 9:30 PM, Free entry, $20/car parking fee.

October 15 (North Salem) North Salem Arts & Food Festival – 10 AM – 3 PM, “This is a free event with artisan goods, music, kids activities, food, & open artist studios throughout the hamlet.”

October 15 (Yonkers) Ridgetoberfest – 3 PM – 7 PM, “enjoy an afternoon of family-friendly activities, culinary delights, beer, live music, pumpkin carving and more!” This event will be taking place on Market Street.

October 22-23Westchester Fall Craft Crawl -10 AM – 5 PM, “A free artist-organized outdoor studio tour featuring 54 professional craft artists over 4 tour stops in Ossining & Croton-on-Hudson.” rain or shine.

Family Fun:

October 2022 – January 2023 (FDR State Park, Yorktown Heights) Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience – “A nighttime woodland trail experience filled with magical creatures and wizarding wonders from the Harry Potter™ and Fantastic Beasts™ films. Explore after dark the sounds, lights, and special effects that bring the magic of the Wizarding World to life. Guests will also be able to enjoy a wide range of delicious food and drinks at the village! Set in a beautiful woodland, this nighttime trail experience has been created by award-winning theatrical designers and experiential creators.” Parking: $8/online, $10 on-site, Tickets: Adults (16+) $46-$75 + $9.00 booking fee (depends on date), Child (5-15) $35-$64 +$9.00 booking fee (depends on date)

October 1-2 (Scarsdale) Run Wild at Greenburgh Nature Center – “Run Wild is a forest run and obstacle course where you can enjoy some friendly competition while getting active out in nature. Best for ages 5-15. This is a rain or shine event!” 9 AM -2 PM, 30-minute time slots. $25/runner

October 1 (Ossining) Insect Sweeping at Swope’s Field – Teatown, 1 PM – 3 PM, “Join Early Childhood Art Educator and insect enthusiast Caroline Erb for a sweep net session in Swope’s Field. What invertebrates will we find in the tall grass? Make your own sweep net and then test it out. This program involves walking in tall grass, so please wear long pants and socks. Meet at the Nature Center.” Members: $10/family, Non-Members: $15/family, limited to 5 families.

October 2 (Ossining) Color Hike – Teatown, 10 AM -12 PM, “Start the season with an autumnal color hike, where we’ll look for the full rainbow of fall foliage. Be prepared for a moderately difficult hike through Hidden Valley. Wear appropriate hiking footwear, bring sun protection, bug spray, water, and a snack.” Members: $3, Non-members: $8, limited to 15 participants, recommended for ages 8+

October 2 (Bronx River Parkway) Bicycle Sundays -10 AM – 2 PM, “the parkway is open exclusively for bicyclists, in-line skaters, scooters, walkers and joggers from Exit 22 at the Westchester County Center to Exit 4 at Scarsdale Road in Yonkers. The round-trip distance is 13 miles. The road is closed to automobiles in that stretch of parkway. Admission is free and free parking will be available in the East Lot at the Westchester County Center.”

October 8 (Ossining) Natural and Native Crafts – Teatown, this program will take place at Cliffdale Farm, 10 AM -11 AM and 2-3 PM. “Learn skills essential for historical Lenape children with Early Childhood Art Educator Caroline Erb. Try your hand at weaving phragmites mats, create a corn husk doll, and make rope from plant fibers. We will also play traditional games.” Members: $10/family, Non-members: $15/family, limited to 5 families

October 21 (Croton Point Park, Croton-on-Hudson) Westchester County Parks Screening Under the Stars. The Addams Family 2, 2021 (PG) Croton Point Park. Movie begins at sundown. Refreshments for sale. Bring blanket or chairs. Parking and admission free.

October 22 (Ossining) Take a Hike, Make a Memento – Teatown, 1 PM – 3 PM, “We often say, “take a hike, leave only footprints,” but during this program, we invite you to gather natural materials as we walk to fashion into art inspired by your journey. Be prepared to get messy: mud makes for great natural pigment!” Members: $10/Family, Non-members: $15/family, limited to 5 families.

October 23 (Ossining) Misunderstood No More – Teatown, 11 AM – 12 PM “Spiders, snakes, bats, and bugs! So many different animals get a bad rap due to age-old superstitions and stories. Teatown’s myth buster, Elissa Schilmeister, will share her knowledge of the importance of all these animals for a healthy world. There will be plenty of opportunities to touch some of these misunderstood creatures.”

Live Music & Performances:

Bethel Woods: (Bethel) A little further to travel but some great musicians worth checking out play here. In September you can see: 1, 2, 3 Andrés: Outdoor Family Concert (Oct. 22) *Check the site for the full lineup

Caramoor: (Katonah) This month performances at Caramoor include singer Kat Wright (Oct. 14), a FREE Celebrate Día de los Muertos event (Oct. 16), Sierra Boggess (Oct. 22), Evnin Rising Stars program (Oct. 29-30). *Check the site for the full lineup

The Capitol Theatre: (Port Chester) This month’s lineup includes: Pace Women’s Justice Center Benefit Concert featuring Sara Bareilles (Oct. 6), Jeff Beck (Oct. 7-8), Phil Lesh & Friends (Oct. 14-16, 21-23, 28-31), ZZ Top (Oct. 18) *Check the site for the full lineup

Emelin Theatre: (Mamaroneck) This month’s lineup includes The James Hunter Six (Oct. 2), Ladies of Laughter (Oct. 15), Glenn Miller Orchestra (Oct. 16), Carole and Paula in The Magic Garden (Oct. 23) *Check the site for the full lineup

Paramount Hudson Valley: (Peekskill) October’s lineup includes: The Royal Scam: A Steely Dan Celebration (Oct. 1), Broadway’s Rock of Ages Band (Oct. 7), Accept (Oct. 22), Tracey Morgan: No Disrespect Tour (Oct. 27), Rocky Horror Picture Show with the Apoca-Lips Cast (Oct. 29) *Check the site for the full lineup

Tarrytown Music Hall: (Tarrytown) October’s lineup includes: The Wood Brothers (Oct. 5), Violent Femmes (Oct. 8), The Wailers: 2022 One World Tour (Oct. 12), Hollywood Nights: The Bob Seger Experience (Oct. 15), Paula Poundstone (Oct. 21), The Rocky Horror Picture Show (Oct 21), Pink Talking Fish (Oct. 22), The Mavericks (Oct. 28 & 29) *Check the site for the full lineup

October 7 – 23 (White Plains) – Check out the Prom at The White Plains Performing Arts Center. “A musical comedy about big Broadway stars on a mission to change the world and the love they discover that unites them all. When they hear that trouble is brewing around a small-town prom, they know that it’s time to put a spotlight on the issue, and themselves.” Performances begin October 7th at 8 PM and run through October 23.  2:30 PM and 8:30 PM on select dates. Tickets: $45-$62 each.

October 7 – (Jefferson Valley) Dueling Pianos at Club Fit Jefferson Valley. “Two Pianos. Two Singers. Tons of Comedy. One Great Show. The performers belt out an all-request, rock and roll singalong while you and your guests dance and sing to this show that’s part music, part comedy and all fun.” 7 – 10 PM, doors open at 6 PM,  $25 members, $35 non-members. Ages 21+ only.

October 22 – (Mahopac) Christian Guardino at Putnam County Golf Course – “Christian Guardino is a 21-year-old singer/songwriter from Patchogue, NY. You may recognize him from his time on “America’s Got Talent” where he received Howie Mandel’s Golden Buzzer. Christian also won Amateur Night at The Apollo,and appeared on Fox’s “Showtime at The Apollo” with host Steve Harvey.” Show starts at 7 PM, doors open at 6 PM. Cash bar and snacks available for purchase. This is an indoor concert. Tickets: $31.43 – $53.10.

September Events in Westchester County

Summer is unofficially over and school is about to begin, if it hasn’t already. If like our family, your schedule will soon be filled with sports and extracurricular activities, we hope you can pencil in some time for fun. Here are some of the September Events taking place in Westchester County (and the surrounding area). Check back often as we continue to update this post.  Please email Nancy at NYFoodieFamily@gmail.com with any calendar additions. As always, please check directly with the venue for the most up-to-date information.

Comedy:

Levity Live (Palisade Center – West Nyack) Enjoy a comedy show at Levity Live in September. Upcoming shows include Vladimir Caamano (Sept. 2-4), Ian Edwards (Sept.8-11), Akaash Singh (Sept. 15-17) and Taylor Tomlinson (Sept. 23-24). *Check the site for the full lineup

Date Night/Girls Night Out:

September 14 (Bedford) Trivia Night Rock Paper Scissors Events presents trivia night at the Bedford Playhouse. 7 PM. Teams of up to 6 players. 

September 22 – (Ridge Hill – Yonkers) Ladies Night Out – From 6 PM – 8 PM “Grab your girl squad and celebrate a night full of fashion, friendship, and shopping in style!”

Eat & Drink:

Taste of Westchester Cooking Demo Classes: (restaurants throughout Westchester County) Enjoy cooking demos from local chefs and then sample their creations.  September classes include: Zwilling J.A. Henckels Cooking Studio (Sept. 26).

September 9, 16 and 23 (Katonah) Friday Afternoon Tea at Caramoor. Enjoy formal tea service in the Rosen House Music Room. It includes, “a variety of tea sandwiches, scones with crème fraiche and preserves, delicious desserts, and a variety of fragrant teas — all served on exquisite vintage china.” 2 PM. Adult tickets: $50, Child Tickets: $25

September 17 (Haverstraw) Brick Alley Block Party – Saturday 8 PM – midnight. “Take in starlit DJ sets, immersive art installations and pop-up performances in nineteenth century industrial spaces. Sample local food and craft beverages to fuel the evening set in New York’s landmark Garner Historic District.”

September 17 (Rye) Westchester Wine Walk – “Join The Barley Beach House for the Westchester Wine Walk on Saturday, September 17th for a Wine Lover’s Day out! Over 50 wineries will be featured and showcasing more than 100 different wines for your enjoyment. Live Music, Food Trucks, & Craft Vendors!” Bring blankets & chairs and cash for vendors. 2 PM – 6 PM, $55/person, $15/Designated Driver, 21+ only

September 17 (Beacon) Hudson River Craft Beer Festival – Ceke1:30 PM – 5:30 PM, (12:30 PM – 5:30 PM VIP admission). Food available onsite for purchase. Tickets: $55/general admission, $85/VIP admission, $10/Designated Driver 21+ only

September 18 – (Haverstraw) Haverstraw Food Crawl 1 PM – 5 PM. This Crawl begins in the Webster Bank lot at 38 New Main St. Visit over 15 participating restaurants, which are offering tastings at $5-$10/plate.

September 24 & 25 – (Yonkers) Cross County Center is hosting an Oktoberfest Celebration that includes a Beer Garden. Beer will be provided by Captain Lawrence Brewing Company. Enjoy live music, dancing and food. The Beer Garden will be located on The Green and will be open on Saturday from 1 PM – 7 PM and Sunday from 1 PM to 5 PM.

Fairs & Festivals:

September 2-4 (Union Vale) Hudson Valley Hot-Air Balloon Festival – 100 planned balloon launches throughout the weekend, full hot-air balloon flights, tethered hot-air balloon rides, helicopter rides, family activities, live entertainment, food trucks and more. Tickets: $8-$15 for morning or evening admission. $25.95 for all-weekend access pass.

September 3 (Newburgh) Hudson Valley Wine and Music Festival – 12 PM – 6 PM. Enjoy great wine and great music. $30/advance tickets, tickets increase day of.

September 3 (Mount Vernon) Wakanda Celebration – 11 AM – 8 PM. Celebrate the culture, pride, music, arts and community of Africa. Traphagen School in Mount Vernon. Free.

September 4, 11, 18, 25 (Bethel, NY) Harvest Festival – The Harvest Festival takes place at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts. “Harvest Festival celebrates the bounty of locals farms, talent of local artisans, flavor of homemade specialty food items, and also features live music, food trucks, crafts, special offerings, and more. Now in its 24th year, the annual event returns in 2022 for six consecutive weeks.” Free admission, $5 parking fee

September 9, 10, 11 (Yorktown Heights) Yorktown Grange Fair – “This year’s theme is “We’ve Got A Good Thing Growing” and there are certainly an abundance of great things to celebrate at the fair.” Enjoy rides, games, food, a livestock show, live music, an antique tractor parade and more. Admission: $10/carload, $5/walk-ins and single occupant vehicles. Hours: Friday 4 PM – 11 PM, Saturday 10 AM – 11 PM, Sunday 10 AM – 7 PM

September 10 (Monroe) Village of Monroe Cheese Festival. 11 AM – 7 PM. Beer, wine, food vendors, street performances, live bands and more.

September 10 – 11 (Rhinebeck) Hudson Valley Wine Fest – The 21st annual Hudson Valley Wine Fest is taking place at the Dutchess County Fair Grounds. Saturday 11 AM – 6 PM, Sunday 11 AM – 5 PM. Sample hundreds of different wines, beer, cider and spirits, see cooking demonstrations, and more. Tasting Ticket: Gate price – one day $45, weekend $80. Includes tasting glass and all the wine/beer/cider/spirits sampling (Age 21 and over – ID required.) Designated Driver Ticket: Gate price – one day $15, weekend $27. Includes free water/soda all day and a souvenir tasting glass upon exit. Food is not included in these ticket prices.

September 14-18 (White Plains) Jazzfest – ” For its eleventh year, the festival remains true to its roots, presenting jazz from an outstanding roster that features musicians of local and national significance. Between September 14-18, you’ll hear some of today’s hottest rising jazz stars.” There’s a mix of both free and ticketed performances. Check out the site for the full schedule.

September 14-18 (Yorktown) Yorktown San Gennaro Feast. Statue Procession Wednesday, September 14th at 6 PM. Rides, food, music games and more.

September 17 ( Pelham) Toonerville Music Festival – Enjoy, “an eclectic mix of national and regional talent on two stages.” There are 17 bands performing beginning at 12 PM. Tickets: $55/adults, $30/seniors (age 65+), $30 students (12-18), under 12 free

September 17 (Yonkers) Yonkers Riverfest– 12 PM -7 PM at 1 Larkin Plaza. Enjoy live music and performances, arts & crafts, kids activities, shops and vendors and more. Free admission.

Family Fun:

September 3 (Various locations) September 3 is National Cinema Day. Participating theaters are offering movie tickets for $3 each. You can search for a theater by zip code on the linked site.

September 10, 24 (Purchase) Glow in the Park at Boundless Adventures. Climb through the treetops in the dark with neon lights. September 10th is Epic Movies Night. You’ll hear tunes from popular movies all night long. September 24 is Disney Theme Night. “Wear your Disney attire and listen to Disney tunes while you climb through our tree canopy under the lights” Both nights, 6 PM -11 PM. $50 for a 2 hour climb.

September 11, 18 and 25 (Bronx River Parkway) Bicycle Sundays -10 AM – 2 PM, “the parkway is open exclusively for bicyclists, in-line skaters, scooters, walkers and joggers from Exit 22 at the Westchester County Center to Exit 4 at Scarsdale Road in Yonkers. The round-trip distance is 13 miles. The road is closed to automobiles in that stretch of parkway. Admission is free and free parking will be available in the East Lot at the Westchester County Center.”

September 17 (New Rochelle) Westchester County Parks Screening Under the Stars. Spider-Man No Way Home, 2021 (PG-13) Glen Island Park. Movies begin at sundown. Refreshments for sale. Bring blanket or chairs. Parking and admission free.

Live Music & Performances:

Bethel Woods: (Bethel) A little further to travel but some great musicians worth checking out play here. In September you can see: Darius Rucker w/Jameson Rodgers & Elvie Shane (Sept. 3),  DakhaBrakha (Sept. 17) *Check the site for the full lineup

The Capitol Theatre: (Port Chester) September’s lineup includes: Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs (Sept. 16), George Porter JR & Runnin’ Pardners (Sept. 18), Little Feat (Sept. 20), Rick Springfield (Sept. 30) *Check the site for the full lineup

Emelin Theatre: (Mamaroneck) September’s lineup includes Gangstagrass (Sept. 24) *Check the site for the full lineup

Paramount Hudson Valley: (Peekskill) September’s lineup includes: The Edwards present THE ULTIMATE VARIETY SHOW Vegas’ Top Impersonators & Impressionists (Sept. 8), Laurel Canyon- A Tribute to Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young (Sept. 16), Westchester Fight Night 10 (Sept. 17), Kevin Nealon (Sept. 30) *Check the site for the full lineup

Tarrytown Music Hall: (Tarrytown) September’s lineup includes: Candlebox – Wolves Tour 2022 with Special Guests Hold on Hollywood (Sept. 7),  EagleMania: The World’s Greatest Eagles Tribute (Sept. 10), Dionne Warwick (Sept. 11), Reelin’ in the Years – Celebrating the Music of Steely Dan (Sept. 16), My Name is Not Mom: Meredith Masony, Tiffany Jenkins & Dena Blizzard (Sept. 30) *Check the site for the full lineup

September 1 – (Yonkers) See The Amish Outlaws perform at the last Summer Fest Concert at Cross County Center. 6:30 PM – 8 PM, Free. Bring chairs or blankets to the Green.

September 8 – (Dutchess Stadium – Beacon) Nitro Circus Live: Good, Bad & Rad -“Nitro Circus was founded by friends with a passion for pushing the limits and having fun in the process. It’s this camaraderie and risk-taking spirit that defines everything we do. We continuously break boundaries in the name of innovation and adventure.” 7 PM, Tickets: $65/General Admission

September 30: (Katonah) See Grammy-nominated saxophonist and composer Melissa Aldana and her quartet at Caramoor. Presented in collaboration with Jazz at Lincoln Center. 8 PM, tickets start at $40.

Shopping:

September 10 (Peekskill) Railroad Makers Market – 2 PM – 8 PM at Station Square at Railroad Avenue. Shop and support the local makers of Peekskill!

August Events in Westchester County

Summer is still going strong.  Soak up all the fun with these August Events in Westchester County (and the surrounding area). Check back often as we continue to update this post. Please email Nancy at NYFoodieFamily@gmail.com with any calendar additions.
As always, please check directly with the venue for the most up-to-date information.

Comedy:

Levity Live (West Nyack – Palisade Center) Enjoy a comedy show at Levity Live. Upcoming shows include Pat McGann (August 4-6), Steve Byrne (August 11-13), Jon Lovitz (August 16-17), Ryan Long (Aug. 18), Adele Givens (August 19-21), Josh Johnson (August 25) Lavell Crawford (August 26-27)  *Check the site for the full lineup

August 25: (Peekskill) Bored Teachers Summer Comedy Tour at Paramount Hudson Valley Theater, 7:30 PM. Tickets $35-$55.

Date Night/Girls Night Out:

Karaoke Mondays (Rye) Barley Beach House 8 PM – 11 PM. Grab our friends and sing your heart out!

Eat & Drink:

Taste of Westchester Cooking Demo Classes: (restaurants throughout Westchester County) enjoy cooking demos from local chefs and then sample their creations.  Remaining August classes include:  The 808 Bistro (August 6th), Zwilling J.A. Henckels Cooking Studio (August 8th, August 13th), Saltaire Oyster Bar (August 11th), The Horse & Hound Inn (August 17th), Fatt Root Asian Kitchen (August 20th), El Barrio (August 23rd)

August 6th – (Elmsford) Captain Lawrence Summer Seafood Boil. This is a rain or shine event. Enjoy live music and lots of food!

August 11 – (New Rochelle) Mediterranean Cruise Night at Dubrovnik Restaurant: Explore the flavors of Portugal, Spain, France, Croatia and Italy. 6:30 PM – 10 PM, 5-course dinner, $80/person 

August 16 – (Rye) Barley Beach House Reggae Rum Punch Party. 6 PM – 9 PM. Celebrate National Rum Day at The Barley Beach House. Enjoy unlimited tastings of their secret island rum punch cocktails. Dance to live music by Royal Khaoz and eat from the Island Buffet. 21+ to party. Tickets: General admission $55, Group rate (6 tickets for the price of 5): $45.85, Designated Driver $20

Openings:

Freddy’s Restaurant (Pleasantville) had their soft opening this week. This is the newest restaurant from Chef Matthew Safarowic and his wife Christina Drake Safarowic. Check out their menu of modern American tavern fare.

ONGOING:

Tuesday:

Augie’s Prime Cut (Mohegan Lake)  has a Tuesday Prime Rib special. From 3 PM to close diners can enjoy a 12 oz. prime rib with choice of potatoes or rice for $19.95.

Taco Tuesday deal at Donjito (Scarsdale) 3 tacos for $12 plus beer and margarita specials.

Wednesday:

Wine Wednesdays at The Bit (Dobbs Ferry). Enjoy 50% off almost all bottles of wine.

Divino Cucina Italiana (Hastings) has Vegan Wednesdays. Every Wednesday they have a special vegan menu.

The Railhouse 10803 (Pelham) has New York Strip Wednesdays. Enjoy a New York Strip steak, roasted potatoes and asparagus with Argentinean Chimichurri for $15! Dine in only.

Friday:

Sunset Beach Dinner at The Barley Beach House (Rye). Fridays 7 PM – 10 PM. $30 food buffet, cash bar. First come first serve.

Fairs & Festivals:

August 2-7: Ulster County Fair (New Paltz) August 4: 10 AM – 10 PM, August 5 & 6: 10 AM – 11 PM, August 7: 10 AM – 8 PM. Free Parking. Pay one price: $20/person or purchase online $18/person includes rides, shows and entertainment

August 5-7 & August 12-14: Barton Orchards Sunflower Festival (Poughquag) Enjoy the five-acre sunflower field filled with 11 different varieties of sunflowers. Enjoy a hay ride up to the field and enjoy live music and the Tap Room during your visit. Guests are encouraged to bring their own small gardening shears to cut their sunflowers, as our supply is very limited due to a shortage from our supplier. Shears will be available for rent during the festival on a first come first serve basis. They are offering LIMITED discounted early bird pricing before the event. Once the Early Bird discounted tickets have sold out, the price will increase. Free Parking. Fridays: 4 PM – 9 PM Saturdays: 11 AM – 9 PM Sundays: 11 AM – 6 PM. Early Bird tickets currently available: $17/adults, $12/children (ages 4-12) + service fees. Includes 2 flowers.

August 6-7: Bear Mountain Native American Powwow (Harriman State Park) Presented by the RedHawk Native American Arts Council. From the website: “Bear Mountain Pow Wow is a full contest Pow Wow attracting over 500 Native American artists, educators, singers, dancers and performing groups from across the Americas. Over 40 artist booths selling crafts, jewelry, food and more.  Other highlights of the event include authentic cuisine: buffalo burgers, venison stew and corn soup. Visitors can interact with representatives from tribes of the Lakota, Navajo, Mohawk, Seneca, Cherokee, Aztec, Mayan, Samoan, Hawaiian and many more. There is a tipi raising.” 11 AM – 7 PM. This is a rain or shine event. Tickets: $15/adults and teens (13+), $10/senior citizens, students with ID, children 6-12, $45/family 4-pack for 2 adults, 2 children ages 6-12, Free/children 5 and under. Tickets purchased online have service fees. Tickets can be purchased at the gate – cash only. Free parking, Rain or shine.

August 67: Putnam County Wine & Food Fest (Mayor’s Park – Cold Spring) August 6: 11 AM – 6 PM, August 7: 11 AM – 5 PM. From the website, the two-day event, “features hard cider, spirts, wineries, arts and crafts, food vendors, cooking and mixologist demonstrations, children activities and live music.”Tickets in advance: $30/person, $12/designated drver. Tickets day of: $40/person, Free/children under 12. Rain or Shine. Parking at Haldane High School w/free shuttle to event.

August 7: India Cultural Celebration (Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla) 12 PM – 6 PM, Festivals will be held rain or shine. Seating is informal; bring blankets or folding chairs for seating on the lawn.

August 16-18: Hudson Valley Filmfest (Warwick) Enjoy a three-night program of curated short films at the legendary Warwick Drive-in Movie Theater. Receptions held each night at Pennings Farm & Cidery 
with live music, food & drinks, and the presentation of awards. 

August 20-21: Mid-Hudson Comic Con (Poughkeepsie) August 20: 10 AM – 6 PM, August 21: 10 AM – 4 PM. Cosplay contest, celebs and guest artists, tabletop gaming, exhibitors, panels and more. Tickets: VIP/$100 (This VIP pass includes the weekend pass which gets you in both days! Mid-Hudson Comic Con August 20-21, 2022! EXCLUSIVES: Mid-Hudson Comic Con special wearable lanyard badge with double sided artwork, posters, T-SHIRT (card in your bag needs to brought to MHCC official shirt table [location: TBA] where you pick up your t-shirt size), and 5 exclusive prints for the show by Robert Bruno, Jay Mooers & Morgan Rouche! 2 random comic books from Marvel or DC, which one will you get?! Posters, swag donated by Netflix, Dreamworks, and more! VERY VERY VERY limited amount of these tickets to behold!), Saturday Day Pass/$23, Sunday Day Pass/$20, Kids Ticket (ages 7-15)/$15 each day, Kids 6 and under/Free.

August 21: Jewish American Festival (Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla) 12 PM – 6 PM, Festivals will be held rain or shine. Seating is informal; bring blankets or folding chairs for seating on the lawn.

August 23 – 28: Dutchess County Fair (Rhinebeck) Visit the 176th Dutchess County Fair. Enjoy entertainment, animals, rides, music and more. Daily Fair Hours: Tues-Sat 10:00 AM-10:00 PM | Sun 10:00AM-8:00PM Rides Run Daily: Tues-Sat 10:00 AM-10:00 PM | Sun 10:00AM-8:00PM, Online Presale Tickets: Adult Admission: $13.50 + $1.50 convenience fee online, Ride All Day Wristbands: $25 + $1.50 convenience fee. Day of/At the Gate Tickets: Adult Admission: $18, Ride All Day Wristbands: $30 Children under 11 free. Parking Free.

August 27-28: Hudson River Seafood Festival (Beacon) Riverfront Park in Beacon. 1 PM – 6 PM. From the website: “Expect a day of lobster rolls, baked clams, and/or raw  seafood bar with oysters, clams and delicious seafood salads. Check out our fried seafood bar with choices like fried shrimp, scallops, and fried clams! Not a seafood lover? Check out our awesome array of barbecue, taco and a large variety of food trucks and restaurants also catering to the vegan and gluten-free clientele. There will also be some of the best craft beers, local wines of the Hudson Valley as well as ciders and seltzers, and a variety of soft drinks. Make sure to get your Tickets it  could possibly sell out early. Be sure you leave room for dessert because we will have cupcakes, cheesecakes, ice cream, Italian ices, and huge selection of sweet treats!” General admission $20, 4-pack General admission $70, Craft Brew ticket $55, King of the Sea VIP $109

August 28: Muslim Heritage Festival (Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla) 12 PM – 6 PM, Festivals will be held rain or shine. Seating is informal; bring blankets or folding chairs for seating on the lawn.

Kids & Family Fun:

All Month long: 2nd Annual Putnam County History Hunt (Putnam County) Travel around Putnam County and get introduced to the historical sites and buildings located throughout the county. Upon completion, participants will be entered into a random drawing to win the grand prize, which will be awarded on September 1st, 2022. Children 18 and under will receive a participation prize.

August 5, 12, 19: Summer Fridays at the Hudson River Museum (Yonkers) Enjoy pay-what-you-wish admission from 5 PM – 7 PM. Free planetarium show at 6 PM.

August 6: Ozland Festival (Peekskill) Presented by Antonia Arts, this event celebrates all things Wizard of Oz. The day will include art, poetry, a performance by the Wiz Kids, the “Wizard of Oz” films and more. 12 PM – 6 PM, South Street in Peekskill.

August 6: Sand Art Competition (Glen Island Beach, New Rochelle), 11 AM – 4 PM, participation free. Parking and admission fees apply.

August 13 (Mount Vernon) DJ Day at Wilson’s Woods Pool. 12 PM – 4 PM. 

August 14 (Yonkers) DJ Day at Sprain Ridge Pool. 12 PM – 4 PM. 

August 13 (Cross County Center, Yonkers) Kid’s Rock & Roll on the Green with Rock & Roll Playhouse. Hip hop show, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

August 17 (Valhalla) Westchester County Parks Screening Under the Stars. Boss Baby: Family Business, 2021 (PG) Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla.Movies begin at sundown. Refreshments for sale. Bring blanket or chairs. Parking and admission free.

August 20 (White Plains) DJ Day at Saxon Woods Pool 12 PM – 4 PM. 

August 21 (Ossining) Discover Teatown Monthly Hike. Enjoy a guided hike as you discover Teatown. 10 AM – 12 PM. This experience is perfect for everyone aged 5 and older, and anyone who wants to start learning about the magic of Teatown. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Bring water, light snacks, and wear supportive, comfortable shoes such as sneakers. No flip flops. This event will be lead in English and Spanish. This event is free to attend, although parking is $7, which helps with reservation maintenance.

August 21 (Yonkers) DJ Day at The Brook at Tibbett 12 PM – 4 PM. 

August 22-26 & August 29-31 (Pizzazzles at the Jefferson Valley Mall, Yorktown Heights) Pizzazzles Palooza – your kids will enjoy lots of fun from water slides, painting, games, ice cream and more. 9 AM – 5 PM daily. Ages 4ish -10ish. Drop off only. $400/child for entire Palooza or $90 per day. Advance registration required.

August 23 (Bethel, NY) Encanto: The Family Sing Along Film Concert at Bethel Woods. 7:30 PM. Tickets: $25-$75

August 27 (New Rochelle) DJ Day at Glen Island Beach 12 PM – 4 PM. 

August 27-28 (Montgomery, NY) 2022 New York Air Show at the Orange County Airport. See the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, the F-16 Viper Demo Team, the West Point Parachute Team and more during this two day weekend event. Tickets: $35 – $189. Opening ceremonies begin at 11 AM.

August 28 (Mount Vernon) DJ Day at Wilson’s Woods Pool 12 PM – 4 PM. 

Live Music & Performances:

Bethel Woods: (Bethel, NY) A little further to travel but some great musicians worth checking out play here. In August you can see: Foreigner w/special guest star Don Felder (August 7), Outlaw Music Festival featuring Willie Nelson & Family, ZZ Top, Zach Bryan, Charley Crockett, The War and Treaty, and Particle Kid (August 13), Brandi Carlile (August 19), Santana with Earth, Wind & Fire (August 21), The Beach Boys w/The Temptations (August 25), Gavin DeGraw (August 31). *Check the site for the full lineup

Capitol Theatre: (Port Chester) August’s lineup includes: Steely Dan (August 10-13), The Avett Brothers (August 27-28), Ben Folds (August 31). *Check the site for the full lineup

Paramount Hudson Valley Theater: (Peekskill) August’s lineup includes: The Felice Brothers with Skullcrusher and The Dan Zlotnick Band (August 6). *Check the site for the full lineup

August 5 (Yonkers) Summer Amphitheater Series at the Hudson River Museum. The Afro-Peruvian Ensemble performs at 8 PM. Admission is free.

August 6 (White Plains) BRAATA Folk Singers 2 PM, Court Street (between Main St. & Martine Ave.)  Join us for an afternoon performance with The Braata Folk Singers, including dance, and call-and-response singing. The group is a proud ambassador of, and the foremost authority on, Jamaican and Caribbean folk music performance in the United States. Co-presented by ArtsWestchester and the Thomas H. Slater Center as part of the “188th  Year of Jamaican Emancipation and 60th Anniversary Independence Day Celebration”

August 6 (Yonkers) Summer Amphitheater Series at the Hudson River Museum. Trombonist and jazz performer Clifton Anderson performs at 8 PM. Admission is free.

August 7  (Yonkers) The Athenians at Untermyer Gardens perform the best of opera and Broadway. Performance takes place in the Walled Garden Amphitheater. 5 PM – 6 PM. Tickets $40.

August 9 (Mount Vernon) City of Mount Vernon: Summer Breeze featuring WUZA-WUZA African Music & Dance Ensemble. 6:30 PM at City Hall Plaza (1 Roosevelt Square North). New York’s leading Ghanaian dance and drum ensemble, WUZA-WUZA, is known for its representations of Ghana’s many different ethnic traditions, including the rich diversity of West African music, dance and culture. The ensemble features leading Ghanaian drummers and dancers living in the United States, including world-renowned choreographer Yawuza Alhassan, former Ghana National Dance Ensemble members Mariama Gariba and Esther D. Angel, and master drummers Horla Kutte, Baba Buhari and Kofi Kuube Saeed. Co-presented by ArtsWestchester and the City of Mount Vernon in conjunction with the “Mt. Vernon Summer Breeze Series” (Rain Date: August 11)

August 12 (Yonkers) Summer Amphitheater Series at the Hudson River Museum. Cherish the Ladies: An Evening of Irish Music performs at 8 PM. Admission is free.

August 13: (Yonkers) Summer Amphitheater Series at the Hudson River Museum. Getting to Know You: Mind Reading Under the Stars with magician Andy Gershenzon at 8 PM. Admission is free.

August 13 (Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla) The Robison Summer Concert Series: David Clark’s ALL ABOUT JOEL at Kensico Dam Plaza. Gates open at 6 PM, tickets $10/person

August 17: (Harbor Island Park, Mamaroneck) Concert in the Park featuring Hollis Brown. Free, 7 PM. Food trucks on-site. Bring chairs/blankets. Free parking at Harbor Island Park after 4:30 PM. Rain Date: Thursday, August 18 at 7 PM.

August 19: (Yonkers) Summer Amphitheater Series at the Hudson River Museum. Natyamudra Classical Indian Dance performs at 8 PM. Admission is free.

August 20: (Sleepy Hollow) Dia De La Cultura Ecuatoriana / Day of Ecuadorian Culture. 3-8 PM at Barnhart Park. Join us for an afternoon of Ecuadorian music, dance, food and craft, along with family-friendly presentations that feature traditional Ecuadorian costumes and the indigenous Kitchwa language. Guests are welcome to bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket to enjoy the performance. Co-presented by ArtsWestchester and the Village of Sleepy Hollow. (Rain Date: August 21)

August 26 (Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla) The Robison Summer Concert Series: 45 Riots and SAGE at Kensico Dam Plaza. Gates open at 6 PM, tickets $10/person.

Fitness:

Tuesdays: (Cross County Center, Yonkers) Zumba Classes on the Green with Guillermo Ruiz, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM, Free.

August 17, 24 and 31 (Eastchester) YogaSix is hosting three Outdoor Yoga: Sip and Flow classes in August with Cece and Elyse. $20 each class with a free frosé drink after class.

Brunch is Back at Goosefeather!

Thank you to Goosefeather for hosting us. As always, all opinions are our own.

Since its September 2019 opening, Goosefeather has been one of Westchester County’s go-to restaurants for date nights, birthdays and anniversary celebrations. When the Tarrytown restaurant first opened, Chef Dale Talde served his seasonal and modernized Cantonese dishes at both weekend brunch and dinner. The restaurant closed temporarily during COVID and reopened serving only dinner. Earlier this month, Goosefeather finally brought back weekend brunch.

Brunch

On Saturdays and Sundays from 11 AM – 2:30 PM, guests can once again enjoy some unique menu offerings that don’t exist on the dinner menu. My husband and I recently visited and were able to sample several of the new dishes. 

The brunch menu has a small selection of cocktails, such as a Bloody Mary, Mimosa, or a Goosefeather Sangria or Bellini. My husband ordered the David Lo Pan, which is made with gin, strega, Oolong tea and Yuzu-ade. He was pleasantly surprised at both the name of the cocktail and how delicious it was. 

The brunch menu features some favorites from the dinner menu like the Dry-aged beef potstickers, Crispy Shrimp Bao and Sweet Summer Corn. Similar to dinner, the brunch menu encourages diners to order several different dishes to share. There are three sections to the menu: “Bao”, “Smaller” and “Bigger”. Before the food is served, a small vessels of soy sauce and chili garlic oil are delivered to the table.

We were able to enjoy two different bao of the three available on the menu. The Classic Chilled Lobster Bao was a unique Cantonese twist to the seasonal summer lobster roll. We also shared the Market Mushroom Bao with pickled star fruit and Umami butter. This vegetarian dish is one of several on the menu. The bao are served in taco holders, making them easy to pick up and enjoy.

We had two “smaller” dishes, one of which was my absolute favorite. This Shrimp Toast is made with milk bread and topped with a sunny side up egg and nori. The toast had a nice crunch and was filled with shrimp. While the egg and nori flakes were a nice addition, I could have eaten multiple slices of just the toast. The Gem Salad was topped with 8 Treasure Spice and Parmigiano. This is one of the lighter dishes on the menu and one of several vegan and gluten-free selections. While we enjoyed everything we ate, the Gem Salad is probably the least interesting item that we sampled.

We shared two of the “bigger” dishes.  The Smoked Salmon Fried Rice has bits of scrambled egg and is mixed with Crème Fraîche. A generous sprinkle of Everything Bagel Spice and dill finish the dish. This was the only dish that I tried with and without some of the chili garlic sauce. While I usually enjoy a little spice on my fried rice, I found it to overpower the smoked salmon fried rice and preferred it without. The Grilled Asparagus Salad is a lighter dish. The asparagus had a nice smokiness and was topped with lump crab, a XO sauce romesco and a 6 minute egg.

Although we do not eat meat, we noticed the Kung Pao Chicken & Mochi Waffles is a very popular dish. Almost every table ordered it during our visit and it looked really tasty! Other meat-forward brunch only dishes include Crispy Pork Wontons, Fried Chicken Dumplings and Goosefeather Double Cheeseburgers. 

Hopefully you save room for dessert. We enjoyed sharing the Goosefeather Sundae which featured a vanilla ice cream and lemon sorbet garnished with half an ice cream cookie sandwich. It is large enough to share and was the perfect ending to end our delicious meal. There is one other dessert option, the Hong Kong Milk Tea Tiramisu which sounds very interesting.

There are enough brunch-only dishes that guests who have previously enjoyed dinner at Goosefeather can come for brunch and experience all different menu items. Regardless of whether you visit for brunch or dinner, know you are in for a delicious meal.

The Chef

Chef Dale Talde is probably most recognized from his appearances as a contestant on Bravo TV’s “Top Chef”. The James Beard nominated chef has also written a cookbook, Asian American, which can be purchased at the restaurant. Besides overseeing his restaurant, Chef Talde also hosts the show “All Up In My Grill” on the food and travel video network, Tastemade.

The Restaurant

According to a press release, “the name for Goosefeather is taken from an ancient Chinese proverb which embodies the idea of thoughtful gift-giving.”

Goosefeather is housed on the bottom floor of the King Mansion on the Tarrytown Estate and dates back to around 1840. There are four dining rooms, an intimate bar area and outdoor dining space as well. On our visit, my husband and I dined in the library room which includes much of the original woodwork. Staying on theme, your check is delivered at the end of your meal in a book. The ceilings of all of the rooms are decorated with replicas of artist Joan Miró’s work, which presents a unique contrast between the historical mansion and the colorful, abstract art. My husband and I applaud the decorator who designed the bathrooms, giving them a fun take on the restaurant’s name. 

For those looking to enjoy some weekend evening cocktails the Front Lawn Bar has also made a return to Goosefeather. Open Friday nights from 5 PM-10 PM and Saturdays from 6 PM – 10 PM guests can enjoy drinks on the Front Lawn. The bar serves canned spirits including cocktails, wine and beer. Bottle service is also available. On Saturday nights guests can move and groove to the tunes played by the DJ. 

The  Details:
Goosefeather at Tarrytown House Estate
49 E. Sunnyside Lane
Tarrytown, NY 10591
(914) 829-5454
website

Hours:
Closed Mondays
Tuesday – Thursday: 5 PM – 10 PM
Friday: 5 PM – 10:30 PM
Saturday: 11 AM – 2:30 PM and 4 PM – 10:30 PM
Sunday: 11 AM – 2:30 PM and 4 PM – 8 PM

Reservations can be made online via Resy or by calling the restaurant. 

Parking: Ample parking throughout the property. 

Price: Dishes range from $13.50-$28.50 each

Try a Lobster Roll From One of These Westchester County Restaurants

Lobster Roll from Bread & Brine

Lobster rolls = summer. Eating one of these with a view of the ocean, for me, defines the season. Those of us who can’t make it to the coastal areas of New England this summer can still enjoy one of these delicious treats nearer to home. Many Westchester County restaurants serve lobster rolls during the warmer months (and many throughout the year). The prices are all pretty comparable. You just have to decide how far you are willing to travel and whether you want a chilled, mayo-based, Maine-style roll or a hot, buttery, Connecticut-style roll. 

As always, please check directly with the restaurant for the most up-to-date pricing and availability.

Apiary at the Library (Scarsdale) – ($24.95) on a bun with chips

The Boathouse (Ossining) – (Market Price) Chunks of lobster in a tarragon aioli on a buttered roll

Bread and Brine (Hastings) – ($29) Choice of Maine or Connecticut-style, bag of potato chips included

Chef Rob on Wheels (Yorktown and Westchester County) ($24) Chef Rob’s food truck is usually parked outside Yorktown Town Hall Tuesday through Saturday, but he also caters private events and can be found at local fairs and festivals. Lobster rolls can be ordered Butter Poached (Succulent claw and knuckle lobster meat, poached in warm butter and served atop a butter-griddled split top hot dog bun) or The Original (Succulent claw and knuckle lobster meat, tossed in our special spiced lemon mayo and fresh crunchy celery, served atop a butter griddled split top hot dog bun).

Cousins Maine Lobster – (Food Truck that frequents Westchester County) – ($23) Choose between Maine-style (Maine lobster, served chilled, touch of mayo, on a New England Roll) or Connecticut-style (Maine lobster, served warm with butter and lemon, on a New England roll). You can make it a combo with a drink and a side for an additional cost.

Dobbs Ferry Lobster Guys (Dobbs Ferry) – ($24.95) Their Maine-style is served cold, on a grilled and buttered bun. The lobster is typically dressed in a light mayo, with light salt & pepper. Their Connecticut-style uses hot lobster meat and is served buttered.

Half Moon (Dobbs Ferry) – ($40) buttered roll, mayonnaise, tarragon

Hudson Grille (White Plains) – ($26) Celery, shredded carrots, mayo, potato roll, fries

KEE Oyster House (White Plains) – ($32) stuffed in a branded roll and served with Old Bay chips

Kelly’s Sea Level (Rye) – ($27.95) Maine-style (North Atlantic lobster meat piled on a buttered roll drizzled with Old Bay mayo with a side of fries and cole slaw) or Connecticut-style (North Atlantic lobster meat in warm, melted butter piled on a toaster roll with a side of fries and cole slaw)

Lexington Square Cafe (Mount Kisco) – ($31) Mayonnaise, Celery, Lemon Juice, Chives, with Pomme Frites

Milton Point Provisions (Rye) – ($28) Connecticut or Maine-style, served on a Brioche Bun

Ocean House (Croton-on-Hudson) – ($28) Lobster Roll Box includes a Cup o’ Chowda & a Bag o’ Chips

Purdy’s Farmer and the Fish (North Salem) – ($29) warm & buttered or cool with cukes

Red Hat on the River (Irvington) – ($36) “Maine Style” fresh lobster dressed with lemon aioli, celery, chives, butter toasted brioche roll, choice of greens or frites (available Wednesdays after 4 PM through Saturdays) 

RiverMarket Bar & Kitchen (Tarrytown) – ($34) warm butter poached lobster roll, fries, house-made butter pickles

The Rye Grill and Bar (Rye) – ($28) New England Roll, Bib Lettuce, Sweet Potato Fries

Saltaire Oyster Bar (Port Chester) – ($38) Butter Poached lobster, Toasted New England Roll, Pickled Celery, Garden Herbs

Tavern at Croton Landing (Croton on Hudson) – ($29.95) Maine style served on a potato bun with either fries or chips.

Washington Irving Boat Club (Tarrytown) – ($32.95) They offer both Maine and Connecticut-style rolls, served with fries.

Wellington’s Grill (Harrison) – ($25) Fresh lobster on a toasted buttered jumbo roll with a side of drawn butter and French fries

What type of lobster roll do you prefer? Maine-style or Connecticut-style? Have you tried any of these? Any favorites?

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