Your Weekend: Music, Cinco De Mayo Celebration and the HVHC Maternity Fair

Whether you're in search of something fun to do with the kids or you have a babysitter and are planning a night out, look no further because Patch editors have picked a variety of events taking place to help you make the most of your weekend. Click on the headline for more information of each event that's listed alphabetically by town.

Peekskill: The Last Mambo King Orlando Marin at The BeanRunner

Where: The BeanRunner Cafe, 201 S Division St. in Peekskill.

When: Friday at 7:30 pm

Cost: $10

Description: Orlando Marin, a contemporary of such greats as Tito Puente, Machito, and Tito Rodriguez, is the only orchestra leader from New York’s golden era of mambo who still performs regularly. Orlando formed his first band, Eddie Palmieri and his Orchestra and, since then, has played with several different bands and has performed in the famous Palladium Ballroom. In 1997, Latin music historiographer Max Salazar presented Orlando a plaque in recognition of nearly five decades of uninterrupted contribution to Latin music.

Peekskill: Andy Rice and Friends Perform at the Peekskill Coffee House

Where: The Peekskill Coffee House, 101 S. Division St. in Peekskill

When: Today at 8 p.m.

Cost: Free

Description: Andy Rice and friends.

Peekskill: Important Informational Meeting on Charter Schools

Where: Saturday at 9 am

When: Peekskill Middle School, 212 Ringgold St. in Peekskill

Cost: Free

Description: Join members of the Peekskill community to learn more about the potentially negative impact the proposed Charter School may have on our District's staffing, programs, and extra-curricular activities.

Cold Spring: Pedal into Spring- Cold Spring Flower Festival

Where: 137 Main St. in Cold Spring

When: Saturday at 10 a.m.

Cost: Free

Description: Sponsored by the Cold Spring Chamber of Commerce, this event will take place on Saturday, May 4 and Sunday, May 5 and will celebrate the arrival of Spring with a spectacular Flower Festival featuring special deals at local shops, children's activities, a walking tour of Village gardesn and so much more.  On Sunday, cyclists will take part in the Ridge Hill Classic International Bicycle Race that begins and ends in Cold Spring. 

Peekskill: Cinco De Mayo Celebration

Where: The intersection of Central Avenue, Park St. and Division St. near the Gazebo, 

When: Saturday 2 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Cost:Free

Description: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo downtown, with family friendly festivities kicking off the day at 2pm and live music playing well into the evening.  Daytime activities will include games of skills, crafts and piñatas, and prizes and raffles and live music performances will celebrate the diversity of Mexican culture.  

Peekskill: 4th Annual Youth Rally

Where: United Methodist Church, 1040 Main St. in Peekskill 

When: Saturday at 6 p.m.

Cost: Free

Description: Join the United Methodist Church for an evening of Praise, Rap, Praise Dancing, Step, and Skits.  Complimentary dinner at 5 p.m.

Peekskill: Cinco De Mayo Celebration

Where: The intersection of Central Avenue, Park St. and Division St. near the Gazebo, 

When: Saturday 2 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Cost:Free

Description: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo downtown, with family friendly festivities kicking off the day at 2pm and live music playing well into the evening.  Daytime activities will include games of skills, crafts and piñatas, and prizes and raffles and live music performances will celebrate the diversity of Mexican culture.  

Montrose: Hen Hud Leos Stay Awake A Thon

Where: Hendrick Hudson High School, 2166 Albany Post Rd. in Montrose

When: Saturday at 6 p.m.

Cost: Free

Description: The Hendrick Hudson Leo’s Planning Committee is happy to announce it is hosting their 5^th Annual Stay Awake-a-thon  "Cancer Never Sleeps And Neither Will We." For the past 5 Years The Hendrick Hudson Leo’s have Hosted the “Stay–Awake-A-Thon”  a fun filled community event when teams of family, friends, and loved ones come together for a heart-warming, and moving experience at the high school while they enjoy ceremonies, entertainment, and activities for people of all ages. You can even camp out overnight.

Peekskill: Adam Larson Quintent at The BeanRunner

Where: The BeanRunner Cafe, 201 S Division St. in Peekskill

When: Saturday at 7:30 pm

Cost:$10 

Description: Adam Larson Quintent, Nils Weinhold (guitar), Can Olgun (keyboard), Chris Talio (bass), Jason Burger (drums). Saxophonist-composer Adam Larson began playing saxophone at the age of 11. Described by critic Howard Reich of the Chicago Tribune as "a player for whom the word 'prodigious' was coined", and by Peter Hum of the Ottaw Citizen as "a saxophonist who brings Donny McCaslin and Mark Turner to mind", Larson has garnered numerous awards.

Peekskill: Juan and Guests Perform at the Peekskill Coffee House

Where: The Peekskill Coffee House, 101 S. Division St. in Peekskill

When: Today at 8 p.m.

Cost: Free

Description: Juan and guests perform at the Peekskill Coffee House.

Peekskill: Centennial Hose Pancake Breakfast

Where: Centennial Hose Firehouse,701 Washington St. in Peekskill

When:Sunday at 9 am

Cost: $8

Description: Pancakes, Bacon, Eggs, Sausage, Toast,

Juice, Coffee & Tea served from 9 a.m. to noon  during the first sunday of every month. Adults: $8, Seniors $5, children $4, children under 5 free

Peekskill: 

Where: The BeanRunner Cafe, 201 S Division St. in Peekskill

When: Sunday at 4 p.m.

Cost: $10

Description: New Middle Class is Barbara and Mike Borok. Their original songs walk a razor thin line between the funny and the serious. Their songwriter awards include Grand Prize at the 2003 Music to Life Songwriting Contest at the prestigious Kerrville Folk Festival in Texas.
Actress/lyricist Sarah Knapp is known for her work on the stage (The Scarlet Pimpernel, Nunsense) and together with composer/music director Steve Alper wrote the Drama Desk nominated musical, The Immigrant. In concert, Sarah and Steve play a jazzy mix of vintage standards with a few originals. Accompanied by the Steve Alper Quartet.
This concert will benefit the Reformed Temple of Putnam Valley. 

Peekskill: The Art of Having a Baby Maternity Fair

Where: Hudson Valley Hospital Center, 1980 Crompond Rd in Cortlandt Manor.

When: Sunday at 10 am

Cost: Free

Description:To help educate aspiring parents, Hudson Valley Hospital Center holds its annual “Art of Having a Baby” Maternity Fair, which will be held this year on Sunday, May 5 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Hospital lobby. This year’s theme: “Planning, Pregnancy and Parenting” will give couples practical advice on the road to parenthood even if they are not yet expecting, but just considering having a baby.

Sample:

Where: Flat Iron Gallery, 105 S Division St. in Peekskill

When: Sunday at 1pm

Cost: Free

Description: The Flat Iron Gallery, located at 105 So. Division St., Peekskill, N.Y. will have a new solo art exhibit of cut paper collage by Croton artist, Susan MacMurdy, entitled, “Long Looks and Parting Glances”. The show will be on display from May 2-May 28, 2013 and will be open Thursdays-Sundays, 12-6 and by appt. An artist reception will be held, Sunday, May 5th, from 1-5 pm.

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ELSEWHERE IN WESTCHESTER:

Carmel: 8th Annual Children's Expo and Public Safety Day

When: Saturday, May 4, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Where:  Putnam County TOPS Building, 112 Old Route 6, Carmel. RAIN OR SHINE. 

Cost: Free

Description: The Putnam County Dept. of Health offers this free event to raise awareness about many aspects of child and public safety. Highlights include Operation "Safe Child" ID cards, Fire Safety House, car seat and backpack checks, bike helmet fittings, fire engine tours, face painting, interactive games and activities, demonstrations, safety information, raffle prizes and much more.

Chappaqua: Story Walk at Gedney Park

When: Through May 31, anytime

Where: Gedney Park, 131 Millwood Road, Chappaqua

Cost: Free

Description: StoryWalk™ is an outdoor reading activity. StoryWalk will begin directly behind the playground located in the front of Gedney Park. Look for the “StoryWalk” sign. All are welcome to visit this free StoryWalk. The featured book selection is “and then it’s spring” by Julie Fogliano, illustrated by Erin E. Stead. The story perfectly captures those early days of winter-sneaking-into-spring, when we’re eagerly searching for any signs of fresh color and new life. And then suddenly, spring is sprung!

Croton-on-Hudson: St. A's 5K Walk to Squash Hunger

When: Saturday, May 4, 9 a.m.

Where: Senasqua Park, Elliot Way & Half Moon Bay Dr, Croton on Hudson

Cost: $20

Description: Saint Augustine’s Episcopal Church will host the St. A’s 5K Run/Walk to Squash Hunger on Saturday, May 4th at 9am. Race proceeds will benefit the Cortlandt Emergency Food Bank. Race registration and start/finish line will be at Senasqua Park, Elliot Way, Croton on Hudson.

Katonah: Spotlight Theater Presents Young Frankenstein

Where: The Harvey School

When: May 3-4, May 10-11

Cost: $18

Description: Spotlight Theater presents the Mel Brooks musical. Dr. Frankenstein aims to fulfill his grandfather's legacy by bringing a corpse back to life. With help and hindrance from servant Igor, buxom assistant Inga and needy fiancée Elizabeth, his experiment yields success and unexpected consequences.

Katonah: Fiber Arts Trunk Show 

When: Saturday May 4, Sun. May 5, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Where: The Red Barn at the John Jay Homestead, 400 Jay Street, Katonah

Cost: Free admission

Description: A sale of Quilts, Fiber Art, Hooked Rugs, Jewelry and more will benefit the Katonah Museum of Art.

Ossining: Bicentennial Sculpture Exhibit Opening Reception

When: 3-5 p.m. May 5

Where: Ossining Municipal Building

Cost: Free

Description: This 25-piece outdoor sculpture exhibit through the Village of Ossining’s historic buildings and downtown waterfront area will be open to the public through Oct. 26. The meet-the-artists reception includes hors d’oeuvres, refreshments and a tour of the sculptures. Can't make it to the party? The sculpture walk is approximately 1.5 miles. Maps can be picked up at the Clerk’s and Village Manager’s offices, 16 Croton Ave., the Community Center, the Ossining Public Library or online at www.villageofossining.org and www.celebrateossining.com.

Ossining: 10th Annual Classic Car Cruiser Show

When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. May 4 (raindate May 19)

Where: Ossining Train Station

Cost: Free

Description: Sponsored by Columbus Lodge and the Ossining PBA, this event always includes cool cars, trucks and motorcycles and fun entertainment. Free popcorn! Raffles. Enjoy.

Pleasantville: JCC Children's Carnival

Where: Rosenthal Jewish Community Center of Northern Westchester

When: Sunday, May 5 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Cost: Free entry, tickets for rides and games are $20/25 tickets or $50/65 tickets

Description: The Pleasantville JCC is bringing in games, rides, a zip line, rock climbing mountain and more for a day of fun. Click here to view a schedule of events. Proceeds benefit the JCC's programs for children with special needs.

Pleasantville: Local News Photo Exhibit Opens

Where: The Black Cow Co., Wheeler Avenue

When: Starts May 4; reception 4-6 p.m.

Cost: free

Description: Filled with heart-warming and heart-stopping moments captured by the camera, this exhibit of local photojournalism by photographer Stuart Bayer spans his nearly 30-year career in the lower Hudson Valley. 

Sleepy Hollow: Friends of Music Concerts Presents Benjamin Beilman

Where: Sleepy Hollow High School, 210 N Broadway, Sleepy Hollow

When: Saturday, May 4, 2013, 8 p.m.

Cost: $30

Description: Violinist Benjamin Beilman, together with his piano collaborator Yekwon Sunwoo, will perform works by Francis Poulenc, Johannes Brahms, Olivier Messiaen and Franz Schubert. Beilman is the recipient of Friends of Music Concerts’ Fourth Performance Award. Just 20 years old, he has been commended by Musical America on his “impeccable” playing and “eloquence and flair.” For more information on the Friends of Music Concert Series click here: friendsofmusicconcerts.org. 

Somers: The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Coffee Chat (followed by a Fun Run!)

Where: Tazza Cafe, 249 Route 202, Somers, NY 

When: Saturday, May 4 at 10 a.m. 

Cost: Free

Description: Team In Training is a 3-5 month program in which participants achieve/exceed a fundraising commitment in support of the LLS’s Mission while training for an endurance event of their choice (within Team In Training’s offerings). For more information or to RSVP visit our website at www.teamintraining.org/wch or contact Jenna at Jenna.Viviani@lls.org or 914-821-8268.

Tarrytown: Spring Crafts at Lyndhurst 

Where: Lyndhurst, 635 S Broadway, Tarrytown

When: Friday, Saturday and Sunday May 3, 4 and 5 from 10 a.m to 5 p.m.  

Cost: $10

Description: The Hudson Valley's most popular craft show returns to Tarrytown for its 29th year. Discover the unique designs and creative artistry of over 275 leading artists and craftspeople, from across the country, as they exhibit, sell and talk about their contemporary handcrafted works of art. Collectors, art enthusiasts and discerning shoppers will enjoy the rare opportunity to meet these visionary artists and purchase their latest work. The show includes one-of-a-kind and limited edition jewelry, fashion and accessories, furniture,and home décor pieces, as well as functional and sculptural work in ceramics, glass, metal, painting, photography, wood and mixed media. Despite its name, the fair offers more than just crafts. Visitors can also eat in our new expanded food court, purchase specialty foods and participate in children's activities throughout the weekend.

Yorktown: 'The Voice': Relay for Life Fundraiser

Where: Putnam National Golf Club

When: Friday, May 3at 7 p.m. 

Cost: $40

Description: Vote for your favorite singer and help Yorktown raise as much money for Relay for Life! There will be 12 outstanding talented singers, 4 exceptional music coaches and 2 very funny MC's.

Yorktown: Relay for Life Historic House Tour

Where: The event will begin at Hilltop Hanover Farm in Yorktown Heights. 

When: Sunday, May 5 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Cost: $50 per adult and $25 for children under 16.

Description: The third annual Yorktown's Historic House Tour, co-chaired by Mary Anne Ruvo and Gina Miller, that will benefit Yorktown's Relay for Life. Visitors will step into homes that once belonged to tenant farmers of the Van Cortlandt family. The six additional historic homes