Events in Westchester County
General Events | Libraries | Puppets and Plays | Museums | Nature and Parks
General Events
Heart Health and Fitness Training, The Westchester, Food Court, Level 4, Westchester Avenue, White Plains. Celebrate Heart Month by keeping in tip-top shape. Learn how to from nutritional consultant Brianna Diorio from ML Strength Performance Center, at the Mall Walk. 2/3, 9am.
JCC Camp Discovery Reunion, Rosenthal JCC Main Branch, 600 Bear Ridge Road, Pleasantville, (914)741-0333, www.rosenthaljcc.org. This DJ Dance Party rocks the house. Come practice the dance moves you learned over the summer with your summer friends, play in the air castle, win prizes and lots more. New and prospective families are welcome. 2/3, 3-5pm.
A Night with Newbery Winners: Rebecca Stead and Patricia Reilly Giff, The Voracious Reader, 1997 Palmer Ave., (914)630-4581, www.thevoraciousreader.com. Book lovers of all ages are most cordially invited for a very special evening with these two renowned Newbery winning authors. They discuss their award-winning books and what makes a book Newbery worthy. 2/3, 6:30pm.
The Scoop on Summer, Harvey Cavalier Summer Camp, 260 Jay St., Katonah, (845)677-0491, www.harveyschool.com. Still undecided about summer plans for your little camper? Visit the Open House that gives parents and families the extra opportunity to see the exceptional programs offered. 2/4, 10am-1pm.
The International Restaurant Food Festival: Golden Apple Gala, Westchester County Center, 198 Central Ave., White Plains, www.countycenter.biz. This one-day event gives the Westchester community the opportunity to meet and greet a plethora of local restaurants. Sample food, gather information from restaurants as well as enjoy live music, cooking demonstrations, eating competitions and more. 2/4, noon-6pm.
Tango Evening 2012, Music Conservatory of Westchester, 216 Central Ave., White Plains, http://musicconservatory.org. Composer and pianist Marco Valentino Quartero celebrates his 80th birthday this year with an evening of tango music and dancing. 2/10, 7pm.
School Open House, Ann and Andy’s Child Care, 2170 Saw Mill River Road, Elmsford, www.acresofadventuresummercamp.com. If you’re in the market for quality childcare programs for infants, toddlers, pre-kindergarten as well as afterschool and summer programs, stop by this Open House. Explore the home-like environment and meet with qualified teachers. Light refreshments will be served at the event. 2/11, 10am-1pm.
Valentine’s Day Carnival, YWCA White Plains and Central Westchester, 515 North St., White Plains, (914)949-6227, www.ywcawpcw.org. This family fun day, geared toward families with children ages 3-8, features Valentine’s Day Crafts, games, face painting, a bake sale and a performance by The Bossy Frog Band. Performance begins at 3pm. 2/12, 2-5pm.
Open Gym for Preschoolers, Rosenthal JCC Main Branch, 600 Bear Ridge Road, Pleasantville, (914)741-0333, www.rosenthaljcc.org. Don’t want your 2-5 year old using your living room as a gym anymore? Come to the JCC and use its gym! 2/12, 3-5pm.
Harlem Globetrotters, Westchester County Center, 198 Central Ave., White Plains, www.countycenter.biz. They have trotted around the globe, and now they are in White Plains. Come see the athletic and acrobatic talents abound at this family-friendly event. 2/14, 7pm.
Dreamgirls, Tarrytown Music Hall, 13 Main Street, Tarrytown, (877)840-0457, www.tarrytownmusichall.org. The Music Hall screens the Academy Award-winning film about a trio of female singers who go from local soul singers to the top of the pop charts in early 1960s Detroit, Michigan. The film is based on the Broadway musical. 2/15, 7pm.
Taking the Fear out of Public Speaking, Rosenthal JCC Main Branch, 600 Bear Ridge Road, Pleasantville, (914)741-0333, www.rosenthaljcc.org. In high school, you have presentations. In college, you have presentations. In the workplace, you have presentations. Speaking in front of people is a vital skill in today’s world. This one-time course teach the skills needed to communicate effectively so that you can succeed in whatever you aim to do. Taught by Seth Sternstein at Talk Tutor. 2/15, 7-8:30pm.
Aquatics Program Discount, Purchase College, SUNY, 735 Anderson Hill Road, Purchase, www.purchasecollegeathletics.com. The spring session of aquatics programs are about to kick off at Purchase College, SUNY on March 24. Parent and Child Aquatics is offered at the first and second levels, Introduction to Water Skills, Fundamental Aquatic Skills, Stroke Development and Stroke Improvement are some of the options available. Enjoy the 10 percent off as part of the early bird discount. Register by 2/16.
The Royal Hanneford Circus, Westchester Community Center, 198 Central Ave., White Plains, www.countycenter.biz. For 37 years, the Royal Hanneford Circus has entertained generations of local families. The all-new show features international circus stars performing daring and thrilling feats in or above three rings. 2/18-2/20, each day features performances at 10am, 2pm and 6pm.
Is a Wireless World a Healthy Place?, Wainwright House, 260 Stuyvesant Ave., Rye, www.holisticmoms.org. Hosted by Holistic Moms. Deborah Kopald will address the danger every cell tower, transmitter, cell phone, microwave, smart meter, wireless laptop and tablet poses as a source of non-ionizing radiation. All are welcome to our free meetings! 2/23, 7-9pm.
The Third Annual MACsKids Expo, Life The Place to Be, 2Lawrence St., Ardsley, www.macskidsexpo.com. The family-friendly showcase features products and services for children from birth through their teens. Hands-on children’s activities, contests, prize drawings and entertainment for the whole family round out the day. 2/26, 10am.
National Pancake Day at IHOP, www.ihoppancakeday.com. Enjoy free pancakes while supporting a worthy cause as part of the company’s philanthropic National Pancake Day to benefit the Children’s Miracle Network and other local charities. The following locations are participating: Hartsdale, 28 S. Central Ave., (914)682 8271; Larchmont, 1375 Boston Post Road, (914)834 4734; Yonkers, 2620 Central Park Ave., (914)395 1111. 2/28.
Libraries
Life Bloom: Art Exhibition by Diana Durantel, Mamaroneck Public Library, 136 Prospect Ave., Mamaroneck, www.mamaronecklibrary.org. Born in communist Romania, Durantel says much of her youth was gray and dark— the city was dull and unappealing. This exhibition displays her affinity for strong colors, which became a sign of life. Through 2/12.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid Party, Ruth Keeler Memorial Library, 276 Titicus Road, North Salem, (914)669-5161, www.keelerlibrary.org. Is your child age 8 years or older who loves the Diary of a Wimpy Kid books? If so, head to the library to enjoy a celebration of the newest book, Cabin Fever. Enjoy trivia, games, prizes and more. 2/18, 2pm.
Puppets and Plays
Doktor Kaboom, Emelin Theatre, 153 Library Lane, Mamaroneck, (914)698-0098, www.emelin.org. Theater arts and scientific exploration are blended perfectly in this engaging production for children in grades 1-7. Master of improv, Doktor Kaboom takes audiences on a hilarious and thrilling tour of the scientific method with spectacular demonstrations. 2/2, 9:30am and 11:15am.
Big River, Broadway Theatre, 1 Broadway Plaza, Elmsford, www.broadwaytheatre.com. Huck Finn and other characters from Mark Twain’s classic novel tell the tale of a journey down the Mississippi River. The soundtrack is chock full of toe-tapping tunes, creating a beautiful celebration of America’s past. 2/2-2/26.
The Secret Garden Workshop and Production, Emelin Theatre, 153 Library Lane, Mamaroneck, (914)698-0098, www.emelin.org. Actors and actresses ages 6-16 are invited to register for this program. No advance preparation is required, and everyone who registers is cast in the production. Participants must be available for the entirety of the week with no conflicts. 2/20-25.
Henry & Mudge, Emelin Theatre, 153 Library Lane, Mamaroneck, (914)698-0098, www.emelin.org. Even though life for a kid may be tough at times, it’s much easier and loads more fun when you have a large and loyal doggy pal to join you on your adventures. Follow the friendship and adventures of Henry and Mudge through the seasons. Appropriate for grades kindergarten through fourth. 2/28, 9:30am and 11:15am.
Museums
Come In and Play, The Ethical Culture Society of Westchester, 7 Saxon Wood Road, White Plains, (914)948-1120, www.popupadventureplay.org. The Westchester Children’s Museum brings young imaginations to life in collaboration with Pop-Up Adventure Play. Enjoy art activities using recyclable materials for an exciting, environmentally-friendly day of family fun in potluck-style play spaces. Appropriate for children ages 2-10. Admission is free, but space is limited. Registration encouraged. 2/11, 1-4pm.
First Annual Chill Out Scholarship Fundraiser, Katonah Art Center, 131 Bedford Road, Katonah, www.katonahartcenter.com. Choose one of the available pottery bowls and fill it with soul-warming chili and macaroni and cheese. The bowl is yours to keep. Weather permitting, guests are invited to enjoy the front lawn, which will be transformed into an igloo and ice sculpture park. 2/12, 11am-2pm. Snowdate: 2/18.
Centuries of Progress: American World’s Fairs 1853-1982, Stamford Museum & Nature Center, 39 Scofieldtown Road, Stamford, CT, (203)977-6538, www.stamfordmuseum.org. The telephone, ferris wheel and nylon stockings are just three of thousands of products, curiosities and inventions that made their debut at one of the 17 World’s Fairs that took place in America between 1853 and 1982. This exhibit presents an overview of more than a century worth of awe and possibilities. Through 3/18.
Nature and Parks
The 8th Annual Hudson River EagleFest, Teatown Lake Reservation, 1600 Spring Valley Road, Ossining, www.teatown.org. Enjoy bird walks, bus tours, journeys, presentations and more at this annual favorite. Two new additions include an Eagle Train Car on the 9:52am MetroNorth Hudson Line train from Grand Central Terminal, and the addition of the Kathryn W. Davis River Walk Center in Sleepy Hollow for eagle viewing. Get more information online. 2/4, 9am-4pm. Snowdate: 2/5.
The Dirty Truth, Greenburgh Nature Center, 99 Dromore Road, Scarsdale, (914)813-1280, www.greenburghnaturecenter.org. This year’s annual natural history exhibit: Beautiful Dirt: A look into the amazing story underfoot, invites guests to dig your hands in this interactive exhibit that introduces guests to the astonishing world of soil. 2/5-9/30.
Second Saturday Walk, Brinton Brook, Rt 9A, Croton-on-Hudson, www.sawmillriveraudubon.org. Enjoy the winter scenes in this monthly walk program. Appropriate for ages 6 and older. No registration is required for this event, which will be held regardless of weather, except in cases of severe weather or road closures. 2/11, 9am.
Winter Vacation Adventures, Audubon Greenwich, 613 Riversville Road, Greenwich, CT, (203)869-5272 http://greenwich.audubon.org. Sign up your little ones in kindergarten through grade 5 up to explore the winter season with Audubon’s experts. Enjoy short nature hikes, learn how wildlife weathers winter’s tough conditions and have fun making crafts with new friends. 2/14-2/15 and 2/21-2/22.
Finding and Feeding Winter Birds, Greenburgh Nature Center, 99 Dromore Road, Scarsdale, (914)813-1280, www.greenburghnaturecenter.org Join naturalist Dean Fausel on a winter walk to learn what birds wintering in the area like to eat and where they find shelter. The walk includes a visit to the center’s Birds of Prey exhibit and busy bird feeders, as well as a search for more elusive feathered friends. Included with Museum admission. 2/19, 2pm. Winter Wildlife Wonders, Greenburgh Nature Center, 99 Dromore Road, Scarsdale, (914)813-1280, www.greenburghnaturecenter.org. Join a naturalist in a hands-on approach in exploring how animals survive the winter’s harsh weather. Visit with live animals and discover the adaptations upon which the animals rely to survive and thrive! 2/25, 2pm.