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Get Out: 20-Year-Old Violinist, Crafts, Clean
From our neighborhood to the towns around us, if you're looking for something to do this weekend we've got you covered.
Sleepy Hollow: Spring Clean Up Days
Where: Douglas Park from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; and The Community Garden on College and Valley Street, from 10 a.m. to noon
When: Saturday, May 4
Cost: Free
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Description: Various ways to help improve Sleepy Hollow this Saturday: The Douglas Park (at the end of New Broadway) 'I Love My Park' Clean Up Day is part of the state-wide parks beautification initiative. "Help us prepare the park and playground for the season. Bring snacks, picnic lunch - gardening gloves and insect repellent."
That morning is also Sleepy Hollow's Community Garden opening celebration, with the Mayor grilling lunch for volunteers. Face painting, craft project, BBQ. Villagers will clean up Sykes park, Valley and Cortlandt Streets, meeting before and after at the garden at College and Valley streets. This also coincides with the second (they just keep celebrating!) afternoon grand opening of the great new grocery store at Valley and College Streets, with music, free inflatable rides for kids, giveaways like hot dogs and more.
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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.
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.
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ELSEWHERE IN WESTCHESTER:
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.
Bronxville: Huge Tag Sale
Place: Village Lutheran Church, 172 White Plains Road, Bronxville, NY
When: Saturday, May 4, 2013, 9:00 a.m.
Description: A variety of items for sale including books, household gadgets, small appliances and artwork.
Cost: Free
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.
Dobbs Ferry: Garden Club Plant Sale
Place: Waterfront Park, 1 High St, Dobbs Ferry, NY
When: Saturday, May 4, 2013, 9:00 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Description: Choose from an array of perennials, annuals, herbs and vegetables for sale. The event also includes demonstrations on container planting, annual garden designs and perennial companion mixes. The Club's designers, horticulturists, and environmentalists and CCE Master Gardeners of Westchester will also be available to assist.
Cost: Free admission
Harrison: Art Tour and Workshop at Family First Saturdays
Place: Purchase College, 735 Anderson Hill Road, Visual Arts Building
When: 1-4 p.m. May 4
Description: Tour fine-arts grad-student studios for inspiration, then make your own work of art.
Cost: Free
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.
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, Pleasantville
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.
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