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| | | Category | Description | Fee/Free | Location | | Benefits and Fundraisers
10/27/2009—11/01/2009 | Designer Show House of Westchester
Many of the area's top interior designers demonstrate their talents decorating a magnificent Georgian Estate in Purchase, NY. Benefits Cerebral Palsy of Westchester. Admission: $30. Tues, Wed, Frid 10-4. Thurs 10-8, Sat 10-5, Sun 11-5. 11 Sarosca Farm Lane. A preview Gala takes place on Oct. 1st. For more information, Joan Colangelo may be contacted at (914)-937-3800 Ext. 215 joan.colangelo@cpwestchester.org .
| Fee | Purchase
| | Hands-on Activities
11/01/2009 | Going Dutch: A Celebration of Dutch Colonial Food
<p>10am-12noon, Katonah Museum of Art (134 Jay Street, Rte. 22, Katonah). www.katonahmuseum.org Reservations for this free event can be made by calling (914) 232-9555 x0. A workshop for children ages 8 to 12 and accompanying adults. Led by noted food historian Peter G. Rose, the program starts with a lecture and discussion about Dutch colonial food as it relates to New York State history. Later, in the cooking class, children will make authentic Dutch treats, including cookies (yes, there will be butter churning!) This event is funded by the New York Council for the Humanities.</p>
| Free | | | Unique Events
11/01/2009 | Farmyard Maze
Kids step into a life-sized 1,200 square foot maze set up in the Barnyard and adults experience some welcome rest while kids go through again and again. 9am-4pm daily. Today through Nov. 15. $11 adults. $9 children ages 3-11. Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, 1875 Noble Ave., Conn. 203-394-6565. www.beardsleyzoo.com. CT
| Fee | Bridgeport, CT
| | Theater & Performance
11/01/2009 | Seussical
See Dr. Seuss' tales on stage in Seussical, a musical adventure with Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz and the Cat in the Hat. A Theatreworks' production. 1 and 3pm today. 10am Nov. 2 is an ArtsBound Schoolday Series. For children in grades pre-K-4. $15 adults. $12 children. $7 ArtsBound Series. Fairfield University, Quick Center for the Arts, 1073 North Benson Rd., Fairfield, Conn. 203-254-4010. www.quickcenter.com. CT
| Fee | Fairfield, CT
| | Museum Events
11/01/2009 | Hands-on Activities and Tour
Families explore current exhibits and learn more about the work and ideas behind current exhibits with self-guided, hands-on projects during "Family Drop-in Hours: Hands-on Activities" in The Education Center. Noon-5pm. Nov. 21-22. Current exhibits include "Bike Rides: The Exhibition," "Pretty Tough, Contemporary Storytelling" and "Edward Tufte, Seeing Around." 2 and 3pm, , artist Edward Tufte leads tours of his sculpture exhibition on view in the 3-acre Sculpture Garden. $7 adults. Free for children ages 10 and under. The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum, 285 Main St., Rigdefield, Conn. 203-438-4519. www.aldrichart.org.
| Fee | Ridgefield, CT
| | Hands-on Activities
11/01/2009 | Hands-on Activities and Tour
Families explore current exhibits and learn more about the work and ideas behind current exhibits with self-guided, hands-on projects during "Family Drop-in Hours: Hands-on Activities" in The Education Center. Noon-5pm. Nov. 21-22. Current exhibits include "Bike Rides: The Exhibition," "Pretty Tough, Contemporary Storytelling" and "Edward Tufte, Seeing Around." 2 and 3pm, Nov 1, artist Edward Tufte leads tours of his sculpture exhibition on view in the 3-acre Sculpture Garden. $7 adults. Free for children ages 10 and under. The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum, 285 Main St., Rigdefield, Conn. 203-438-4519. www.aldrichart.org.
| Fee | Ridgefield, CT
| | Sports
11/01/2009 | Family Skate Sundays
Take the family to the Playland Ice Casino during Family Skate. 3-5pm. Today and Nov. 8. Visit Web site for expanded holiday hours. $40, 2-4 skater package with pizza or $9 adults, $6 children 12 and under. Discounts for County Park Pass holders. Playland Ice Casino, Playland Park, Playland Pkwy., Rye. 813-7059. www.ryeplayland.org.
| Fee | Rye
| | Animal Encounters
11/01/2009 | Spooky Animals
Naturalist educator Jennifer Sloan introduces kids to some spooky animals and explains some of their fascinating features at "Creatures that go Bump in the Night." 2pm. For children ages 4 and up. $6. Greenburgh Nature Center, 99 Dromore Rd., Scarsdale. 723-3470. www.greenburghnaturecenter.org.
| Fee | Scarsdale
| | Exhibits
11/01/2009 | Touch-a-Truck
Everyone gets a chance to get up-close and personal with some larger than life vehicles including ambulances, fire trucks, hybrid vehicles, earthmovers and more. Afterwards visit the otter pond and Heckscher Farm. 11am-3pm. All ages. Free with admission. $8 adults. $4 children ages 4-17. Free for children ages 3 and under. Stamford Museum and Nature Center, 39 Scofieldtown Rd., Stamford, Conn. 203-322-1646. www.stamfordmuseum.org. CT
| Fee | Stamford, CT
| | Theater & Performance
11/02/2009 | Seussical
See Dr. Seuss' tales on stage in Seussical, a musical adventure with Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz and the Cat in the Hat. A Theatreworks' production. 1 and 3pm today. 10am Nov. 2 is an ArtsBound Schoolday Series. For children in grades pre-K-4. $15 adults. $12 children. $7 ArtsBound Series. Fairfield University, Quick Center for the Arts, 1073 North Benson Rd., Fairfield, Conn. 203-254-4010. www.quickcenter.com. CT
| Fee | Fairfield, CT
| | Music
11/02/2009 | Salsa Babies
Moms and dads dance into shape with their little ones in tow while learning basic steps to Latin dances. 12:30pm. Today, Nov. 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23 and Nov. 30. Babies 6 weeks to pre-walking are worn in carrier or wrap for the duration of class. $20 drop in. $100 for 6 classes. Groove Performing Arts, 157 Larchmont Ave., Larchmont. 834-3383. info@findgroove.com. www.findgroove.com.
| Fee | Larchmont
| | Nature
11/02/2009 | Nature Bugs
Children (accompanied by an adult) discover spring as they look for signs of spring on the lawn and in the woods, meet a museum animal and participate in a craft or nature game. 1:30-2:30pm. Today, Nov. 9, 16, 23 and Nov. 30. For children ages 2-5. $9 adults. $7 children. Greenburgh Nature Center, 99 Dromore Rd., Scarsdale. 723-3470. www.greenburghnaturecenter.org.
| Fee | Scarsdale
| | Storyhours & Book Events
11/02/2009 | Mommy Mondays
Moms and their little ones gather for stories, songs and book talk and to make friends. 11am. For moms with babies 18 months old and under. FREE. The Voracious Reader, 1997 Palmer Ave., Larchmont. 630-4581. www.thevoraciousreader.com.
| Free | Larchmont
| | Storyhours & Book Events
11/02/2009 | Storytime on the Farm
Visit the farm for an afternoon of stories about the farm and its animals. 1-2pm. All ages. FREE. Muscoot Farm, 51 Rte. 100, Somers. 864-7286. www.muscootfarm.org.
| Free | Somers
| | Benefits and Fundraisers
11/03/2009—11/08/2009 | Designer Show House of Westchester
Many of the area's top interior designers demonstrate their talents decorating a magnificent Georgian Estate in Purchase, NY. Benefits Cerebral Palsy of Westchester. Admission: $30. Tues, Wed, Frid 10-4. Thurs 10-8, Sat 10-5, Sun 11-5. 11 Sarosca Farm Lane. A preview Gala takes place on Oct. 1st. For more information, Joan Colangelo may be contacted at (914)-937-3800 Ext. 215 joan.colangelo@cpwestchester.org .
| Fee | Purchase
| | Support Groups
11/03/2009 | CHADD of Putnam and Vicinity, NY - 376
<p>CHADD OF PUTNAM AND VICINITY, NY-376 PO Box 1251, Yorktown Hts, NY 10598 (914)729-2067 www.chadd.net/376 putnam-vicinity@chadd.net Next meeting Tue Nov 3 at the Four Winds Hospital Conference Center, Route 35, Katonah, NY. Topic: “UNDERSTANDING THEIR WORLD OF ATTENTION DEFICIT” -- Strategies to improve attention, self esteem, study skills… Speaker: Sister Carol Ann Nawracaj, MA SpEd - Principal of Villa Maria Education Center, a private day school for LD, Stamford, CT. Support Session For Parents:6:30-7:15PM General Meeting:7:30PM $5 donation requested of non-members</p>
| Free | | | Art
11/03/2009 | Tuesdays for Tots (Ages 3-5)
<p>Young children and their adult partners will enjoy their first museum experiences together through age-appropriate gallery activities and experimentation with art materials. In this series, children will explore various painting techniques, portrait activities, and crafts of the 1800s. This 6-week course takes place Tuesdays Nov.3-December 15, 1-2pm at Katonah Museum of Art (134 Jay Street). No siblings under 3. Prepaid registration is required ($90 members, $120 non-members) & can be made by calling (914) 232-9555 x0 or emailing frontdesk@katonahmuseum.org</p>
| Fee | | | Films
11/03/2009 | Cartoon Exhibition
See some 40 framed original cartoon artworks created by Charles Addams, the beloved cartoonist of The New Yorker and the creator of The Addams Family characters. The "Charles Addams: Cartoonist" exhibit also has DVD excerpts from the original television series The Addams Family. 10am-5pm Tuesday-Saturday. 1-5pm Sunday. Now through Jan. 24. $7 adults. $6 students ages 5-22. Free for children ages 4 and under. Bruce Museum, One Museum Dr., Greenwich, Conn. 203-869-0376. www.brucemuseum.org. CT
| Fee | Greenwich, CT
| | History
11/03/2009 | Words for America
Visit the Learning Center to explore the Civil War and one of its premier chroniclers with Brian Seiznick's illustrations from the book Walt Whitman: Words for America. See original paintings that capture the mood and thoughts of Whitman as he experiences the Civil War; read Whitman's poetry, see how Whitman left home to find his wounded brother and write and illustrate poems. The companion exhibit, "Bold, Cautious, True: Walt Whitman and American Art of the Civil War Era" has some 60 works including paintings, prints and sculpture. 10am-5pm Tuesday-Saturday. Noon-5pm Sunday. Now through Jan. 24. $5. Free for children ages 11 and under. The Katonah Museum of Art, 134 Jay St., Katonah. 232-9555. www.katonahmuseum.org.
| Fee | Katonah
| | Teens & Tweens
11/03/2009 | Youth Volunteer Day!
Middle school and high school students join teen-team and prepare the Nature Center for winter by painting walls and benches, repairing birdhouses, taking down the big program tent and more. Students earn service credits and are treated to pizza. FREE. 10am-2pm. No registration required. Rain or shine. Rye Nature Center, 873 Boston Post Rd., Rye. 967-5150. www.ryenaturecenter.org.
| Free | Rye
| | Benefits and Fundraisers
11/04/2009—11/05/2009 | Junior League of Central Westchester's 23rd Annual Holiday Boutique
<p>The Junior League of Central Westchester’s annual Holiday Boutique, features gifts, clothing, accessories and children’s items from more than 35 specialty vendors. The Boutique is open on 11/4/09 from 6 to 10 pm and 11/5/09 from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm at the Scarsdale Golf Club, 1 Club Way, Hartsdale. Admission is $5.00. A complimentary wine tasting and silent auction will be held Wednesday evening. Proceeds from the event fund the JLCW’s efforts to promote volunteerism and improve the central Westchester community. For more info please contact (914)723-6130 or www.jlcentralwestchester.org.</p>
| Fee | | | Fitness & Wellness
11/04/2009 | The Rivertown Play Group Presents Prenatal Yoga with Marianne Letizia
<p>FREE TRIAL CLASS!!-WED NOV 4TH 6:30-8PM If you've never taken or have been afraid to take a yoga class during your pregnancy, here is your opportunity to try! Anyone is welcome from the first week of their pregnancy to the last week of their pregnancy. To RSVP or learn more, visit www.therivertownplaygroup.com</p>
| Free | | | Art
11/04/2009 | Art Adventures Level I
<p>Students will be transported to the 19th century in this series of hands-on workshops that blend art history, art appreciation, and art making. Each week offers a unique experience, ranging from pen and ink illustration to landscape painting and clay sculpting. This 6-week course takes place Tuesdays Nov.4-December 16, 4:15-5:30 at Katonah Museum of Art (134 Jay Street). Prepaid registration is required ($90 members, $120 non-members) and can be made by calling (914) 232-9555 x0 or emailing frontdesk@katonahmuseum.org.</p>
| Fee | | | Art
11/04/2009 | Art Adventures Level II (Grades K-2)
<p>Students will be transported to the 19th century in this series of hands-on workshops that blend art history, art appreciation, and art making. Each week offers a unique experience, ranging from pen and ink illustration to landscape painting and clay sculpting. This 6-week course takes place Tuesdays Nov.4-December 16, 4:15-5:30 at Katonah Museum of Art (134 Jay Street). Prepaid registration is required ($90 members, $120 non-members) and can be made by calling (914) 232-9555 x0 or emailing frontdesk@katonahmuseum.org.</p>
| Fee | | | Music
11/04/2009 | Salsa Babies
Moms and dads dance into shape with their little ones in tow while learning basic steps to Latin dances. 12:30pm. Today, Nov. 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23 and Nov. 30. Babies 6 weeks to pre-walking are worn in carrier or wrap for the duration of class. $20 drop in. $100 for 6 classes. Groove Performing Arts, 157 Larchmont Ave., Larchmont. 834-3383. info@findgroove.com. www.findgroove.com.
| Fee | Larchmont
| | Nature
11/04/2009 | Critters Crafts and Kids
Children with an adult come for an hour of nature fun with walks, live animals and stories. 10-11am. Today, Nov. 11, 18 and Nov. 25. For children ages 1 1/2-5. $9 adults. $7 children. Greenburgh Nature Center, 99 Dromore Rd., Scarsdale. 723-3470. www.greenburghnaturecenter.org.
| Fee | Scarsdale
| | Art
11/04/2009 | Fumetto
While downtown White Plains stop by ArtsWestchester and view the small exhibition of drawings and storyboards that were created for the 2008 Fumetto International Comix-Festival in Lucern, Switzerland based on the theme Climate Change. Fumetto (the Italian word for comics) often address social and political issues. Noon-5pm. Tuesday-Saturday through Nov. 10. FREE. Arts Exchange Gallery, 31 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains. 428-4220. www.artswestchester.org.
| Free | White Plains
| | Fitness & Wellness
11/04/2009 | De-Clutter and Get Organized FREE Workshop
<p>The Professional Organizers of Genius Organizing (www.geniusorganizing.com) are hosting a FREE, that's right FREE Meet Up group for those who want to learn how to De-clutter and Get Organized. NOV 4th AT 7pm @ Solas Bar Location Solas Bar 232 E. 9th Street btw 2nd & 3rd New York, NY 11218 Check out our blog too for daily tips: http://geniusorganizing.blogspot.com/ Or join our Meet Up group for future dates in your area! http://www.meetup.com/The-NYC-Declutter-And-Get-Organized-Meetup-Group/ Contact me if you have any other questions: julia@geniusorganizing.com</p>
| Free | | | Nature
11/05/2009 | "FIRST THURSDAYS" Discussion Group
Teatown’s monthly free environmental discussion group continues with rotating, timely topics. See website (www.teatown.org) for topic and details. Adults Only. 7:30pm - 9:00pm. To register, call 914-762-2912 x110. Teatown Lake Reservation, 1600 Spring Valley Road, Ossining NY 10562.
| Free | Ossining
| | Art
11/05/2009 | Art Adventures Level II (Grades 3-6)
Students will be transported to the 19th century in this series of hands-on workshops that blend art history, art appreciation, and art making. Each week offers a unique experience, ranging from pen and ink illustration to landscape painting and clay sculpting.
This 6-week course takes place Wednesdays Nov.5-December 17, 4:15-5:30 at Katonah Museum of Art (134 Jay Street). Prepaid registration is required ($90 members, $120 non-members) and can be made by calling (914) 232-9555 x0 or emailing frontdesk@katonahmuseum.org.
| Fee | Katonah
| | Health & Safety
11/05/2009 | Groovy Mama Yoga
Moms and babies find balance together in this drop-in, post-natal yoga class. Moms practice yoga poses, solo and with baby, to help restore energy and build strength. For babies ages 6 weeks to pre-crawling. Take a yoga mat. Noon. Nov. 5, 12 and Nov. 19. Drop-in. $20. $100/6 classes. Groove Performing Arts, 157 Larchmont Ave., Larchmont. 834-3383. www.findgroove.com.
| Fee | Larchmont
| | Storyhours & Book Events
11/05/2009 | Storytime With Ferdinand and Becka
Ferdinand and Becka read stories and sing songs that both children and parents love. 10:30am. FREE. Barnes and Noble, City Center, 230 Main St., White Plains. 397-2420.
| Free | White Plains
| | Parent Education
11/05/2009 | Unclutter Your Life
Learn how to control the stuff that controls you and set up systems that enable you to work smarter not harder at this workshop for women who live or work in Westchester. A WJCS Center for Woman's Issues workshop presented by Marcia Sloman, MBA and president of Under Control. 7-8:30pm. Nov. 5. FREE. Reservations required. Westchester Jewish Community Services Headquarters, 845 North Broadway, White Plains. Call Lenore Rosenbaum at 761-0600, ext. 308. www.wjcs.com.
| Free | White Plains
| | Support Groups
11/05/2009 | Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) Westchester November Meeting
<p>Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) Westchester is a Christian-based group that welcomes all mothers of children ages 0 to 5 years old. This month we will eat breakfast and discuss Pastor Dwight Ford’s message on “Understanding God’s Love.” MOPPETS program provides safe and nurturing childcare for the little ones (snack provided). Bedford Community Church, 160 Bedford Center Road, Bedford Hills, NY 10507. 9:30am-11:45am. www.mopswestchester.com. info@mopswestchester.com. Free</p>
| Free | | | Teens & Tweens
11/06/2009 | Teen Movie Night with Mamaroneck Library
CORALINE (PG-13) Free admission/ snacks/ raffles.Grades 6-12. Meets @ the Harbor Pavilion Blue Room. Call Mamroneck Library @ 914-698-1250 x24 for details.
| Free | Mamaroneck
| | Films
11/06/2009 | Animalopolis
See this entertaining 32-minute IMAX film created with youngsters in mind featuring 12 hilarious segments including singing lions, bears that waltz, somersaulting sea lions, praying otters, squawking flamingos and more with Seuss-like nursery rhyme narration. 11am, 1 and 3pm daily. Recommended for children ages 2-5. $9 adults. $6.50 children ages 2-12. The Maritime Aquarium, 10 N. Water St., Norwalk, Conn. 203-852-0700. www.maritimeaquarium.org. CT
| Fee | Norwalk, CT
| | Unique Events
11/06/2009 | Celebration Maze Opens
Travel through the new 1,400-square-foot outdoor maze with images of parades, dancing, costumes, food and children's artwork. In the Celebration Courtyard. Museum hours 1-5pm Tuesday. 10am-5pm Wednesday-Sunday. Maze opens Nov. 6. $9. Free for children under 1. Stepping Stones Museum, Mathews Park, 303 West Ave., Norwalk, Conn. 203-899-0606. www.steppingstonesmuseum.org.
| Fee | Norwalk, CT
| | Seasonal & Holiday Events
11/06/2009 | Celebration Maze Opens
Travel through the new 1,400-square-foot outdoor maze with images of parades, dancing, costumes, food and children's artwork. In the Celebration Courtyard. Museum hours 1-5pm Tuesday. 10am-5pm Wednesday-Sunday. Maze opens Nov. 6. $9. Free for children under 1. Stepping Stones Museum, Mathews Park, 303 West Ave., Norwalk, Conn. 203-899-0606. www.steppingstonesmuseum.org. CT
| Fee | Norwalk, CT
| | Teens & Tweens
11/06/2009 | Teen Movie Night
Teens have a night of their own with a screening of Coraline, the 2009 animated film about a young girl who walks through a secret door in her new home and discovers an alternate version of her life. Rated PG-13. For teens in grades 6-12. FREE. Harbor Pavilion in Blue Room, Mamaroneck Public Library, 102 Mamaroneck Ave., Mamaroneck. 698-1250. www.mamaronecklibrary.org.
| Free | Mamaroneck
| | Music
11/06/2009 | Iona College Pipe Band Concert
<p>The talented Musicians of The Iona College Pipe Band perform at their annual concert event. The location is Iona College: 715 North Avenue. New Rochelle, NY 10801. The concert will be taking place in the Christopher J. Murphy Auditorium at 7:00 pm. Price for the event is: Presale- $15.00. At the door- $20.00</p>
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