European Escape, Hoop Shoot, Holiday Events

European Escape: A Wine Tasting Fundraiser When/Where: Trump National Westchester, 339 Pine Road, Briarcliff Manor, 6 to 9 p.m.

Why Go: This charity event will feature more than 40 wins from from Italy, Spain and Europe and dishes from Hudson Valley Restaurants and culinary talents including Thyme, The Quiet Man Public House, Division Street Grill, Tastefully Yours Catering, Trump National Westchester and more. Call 914-734-3526 to make reservations.

The event is a fundraiser for the Comprehensive Cancer Care Center at Hudson Valley Hospital.

Price: $100 per person.

Peekskill Elks National Free Throw

When/Where:  Saturday, November 12, 9 a.m. at the Kiley Recreational Youth Center in Peekskill

Why Go:  This is a "Hoop Shoot" contest for boys and girls ages 8-13. Come out and do your best. Groups will be determined by contestant’s age as of April 1, 2012. Must bring along a copy of birth certificate, passport or baptismal certificate.

Price:  Free

Free Car Washes for Veterans at Splash Car Wash

When/Where:   Friday, November 11 from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. at all Splash Car Wash locations in NY and Connecticut

Why Go:  For all those who are actively serving or have served in the US Military, this car wash company with 17 locations is offering a complimentary car wash in a show of appreciation.

Price:  Free

Stanley Clarke Band at Tarrytown Music Hall

When/Where:  Saturday, November 12, 8 p.m. at Tarrytown Music Hall

Why Go:  A show for true lovers of jazz, the legendary Stanley Clark performs with his band this Saturday. The Grammy-winning artist is known for his innovative work on double bass and bass guitar along with many television and film scores

Price:  Tickets are $45-$65

Around the World Performance Series: Dance China New York

When/Where:  Saturday, November 12 from 2 p.m-3 p.m. at Stepping Stones Museum for Children in Norwalk, CT

Why Go:  The New York Chinese Cultural Center will present elaborately costumed artists who will perform cultural dances and songs from China including the beautiful Chinese Ribbon Dance.

Price:  Adults and children: $14; kids under 1 free, seniors (over 62) $10

Holiday Napkin Rings and Centerpieces

Where/When:  Sunday, November 16 from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. at Muscoot Farm in Somers

Why Go:  Thanksgiving fast approaches. Come get great simple ideas on how to decorate your holiday table.

Price:   Free

Hudson Crafts Collective Holiday Craft Show in Croton

When/Where:  Sunday, November 13, 1 p.m.-5 p.m.  at the Umami Café, 325 S Riverside Ave, Croton- on-Hudson

Why Go:  There will be hundreds of unique items, all handcrafted by Hudson Valley artisans. Chat with the artists; support the local arts community by doing some early holiday shopping. Articles to be included in the show include lamp-worked and fused glass, hand-woven fibers, felted artwork, origami and Japanese paper gifts, ceramics, mosaics, beaded jewelry, furniture and more.

Price:  Free

Fall on the Farm 2011 at Stone Barns

When/Where: Sunday, November 13, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Stone Barns Center for Food and Agriculture

Why Go:  It will be a day of family activities and adult workshops celebrating the fall season. Help feed the turkeys, prepare the fields for winter, and collect ideas and ingredients for your Thanksgiving table, including homemade beeswax candles.

Price:  $7; $5 parking; extra charges for certain activities