Rock for Rent, Keep the Library Liquid

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Voted “Favorite Parent Band” in Westchester Magazine in 2009, the popular five-piece band “ASK YOUR MOM” comes to the Rock for the Rent event to benefit Bedford Community Theatre on Saturday, June 4, 2011, from 7:00 to 11:00 pm at the Bedford Hills Community House.  Along with these Bedford, New York’s “40-something Dads”  playing classic rock, there  will be entertainment by Bedford Community Theatre alumni. Appetizers, desserts, wine and beer will be served.

2. Motivation to run?

National Running Day was June 1 and if that—and yesterday's weather—wasn't enough motivation for you to slip on your sneakers, you might be interested to discover that Competitor Group, Inc. is rewarding runners across the country with deals and discounts on races if they to log their miles online at Competitor.com. Those who register for a CGI event today will receive $26 off a Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon; $13 off a Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon; $10 off a Rock ‘n’ Roll 10k; $5 off a Rock ‘n’ Roll 5k; $20 off a Muddy Buddy; and $20 off a TriRock event.

3. Blood Drive at Panera Bread

Panera Bread in Bedford Hills is hosting a Hudson Valley blood center drive today from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Stop by and give if you can.

4. Wine Tasting to benefit the Lewisboro Library

The Lewisboro Library’s annual wine tasting benefit to 'Help Keep the Library Liquid' is tomorrow. The event will be held at the stunning home of Tony award-winning Broadway producers Fran and Barry Weissler (it's gorgeous, we went last year!) Leading the festivities is local wine writer and speaker Tyler Colman, aka Dr. Vino. A silent auction and raffle will be part of the fun.  Reservations are $50 per person. You may either register at the library, or by calling 763-2193. Wine for the tasting is being donated by the Cross River Wine Merchant, and catering is provided by the Daily Dish. All proceeds will benefit the library’s annual operating budget.

5. Must-do weekend events

This week's list is so full of great events, we're going to highlight it again. Visit our for the details on Bedford's 100 year Garden Club celebration, tennis across America, the Katonah Art Center's show at the Katonah library and much much more.