Santa Candy Cane Runs; Menorah Lighting; Somers Lions Benefit Concert

Events from Yortkown and Somers:

Somers Lions Concert Benefitting Friends of Karen

When/Where: Sunday, Dec. 9 from 2 p.m.t o 4 p.m. at the Somers Middle School Auditorium 

Why Go: A contemporary Big Band with a diverse playbook is coming to Somers to help raise money for Friends of Karen, a non profit organization which provides emotional, financial and advocacy support to children with a life-threatening illness and their families.

Price: Tickets are $10 for students, $20 for seniors, $30 per person and $50 per couple. To purchase tickets, click here.

Candy Cane Runs in Yorktown and Cortlandt

When/Where: Lake Mohegan Fire Department Candy Cane run on Saturday, Dec. 8 and Sunday, Dec. 9; and Yorktown Height Fire Company Candy Cane Run on Sunday, Dec. 9

Why Go: It's that wonderful time of the year again, and Santa will be making his way around town with the Yorktown Heights Fire Department volunteer firefighters and Lake Mohegan Fire Department firefighters. Santa will hand out candy canes, and spread some good old holiday cheer.

Click here for route and times if you live in the Lake Mohegan Fire Department District.

Click here for route and times if you live in the Yorktown Heights Fire Department District.

Menorah Lighting and Ceremony in Yorktown

When/Where: Sunday, Dec. 9 at 5:30 p.m. at the Jack DeVito Gazebo on Veterans Road in Yorktown

Why Go: Enjoy traditional latkes, doughnuts, chocolate gelt, dreidels, and gifts. Music and singing will follow the menorah lighting. Come feel the Chanukah spirit. For more information call 914-962-6600, or visit www.ChabadYorktown.com

Run-N-Gun Shootout

When/Where: Saturday, Dec. 8 at 10 a.m. at 3500 Buckhorn St, Shrub Oak.

Why Go: The 6 vs. 6 flag football tournament is featuring 8 local teams playing for the Run-N-Gun Championship. Many players are members of the Yorktown Flag Football League. The event features football, concessions, prizes, a visit from Santa, and guests from the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America and the Hope For The Warriors, an organization established to support post 9/11 service members.

Somers Menorah Lighting

When/Where: Saturday, Dec. 8 at 335 Route 202, Somers

Why Go: There will be traditional latkes, raffles, doughnuts, chocolate gelt and dreidels for all kids. For more information email Mitchell at NYC1Mitch@aol.com

Jefferson Valley Mall Kidgits Holiday Breakfast Party

When/Where: Saturday, Dec. 8 from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Jefferson Valley Mall. 

Why Go: There will be free goodies, activities, giveaways and coupons. It will be held in the upper level of the mall by Guest Services. Tickets are required and they are on sale at Guest Services at the mall.

Teen Center First Fridays Cafe Open Mic

When/Where: Friday, Dec. 7 6:30 p.m. at the Yorktown Community and Cultural Center nutrition room

Why Go: Local teens will perform great acoustic music, covers and originals. The Yorktown Teen Center is located in the Yorktown Community & Cultural Center at 1974 Commerce Street, Yorktown Heights. 

Holiday Bake Sale - Yorktown Presbyterian Preschool

When/Where: Sunday, Dec. 9 at 8:30 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Yorktown, 2880 Crompond Rd.

Why Go: There will be cookies, cakes, pies, brownies, tea loaves and much more. The baked goods are the perfect holiday gifts for teachers, co-workers, neighbors and everyone else on your list. Most items can be frozen for future gift giving. All proceeds go to funding children's programs at Yorktown Presbyterian Preschool.

Chanukah Wonderland

When/Where: Sunday, Dec. 9 at 2 p.m. at the Yorktown Community Nursery School 

Why Go: There will be candle and latkes making workshops; as well as Chanukah crafts, face painting. You can take a picture dressed as a dreidel, win prizes and more. For more information visit: www.ChabadYorktown.com, Call: 914-962-6600, or email: info@ChabadYorktown.com.

Price: $5

Events from around the area:

Hanukkah Happening & Helping

Where/When: Rosenthal Jewish Community Center of Northern Westchester on Sunday, Dec. 9 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Why go: Kids ages 18 months through 10 years and their families can enjoy eight activities in celebration of the eight nights of Hanukkah. At 11 a.m., Jammin' to Calypso Conroy will perform Hanukkah tunes. There will also be a family Chanukiah lighting, gift factory and mitzvah projects to check out. Make your own delicious dreidels and purchase a falafel lunch before taking part in the Judah Maccabee Relay Races. Bring an unwrapped toy or donation to UJA-Federation of NY's Hurricane Relief Fund. RSVP by emailing cathy@rosenthaljcc.org.

Pricing: $10

All Saints Episcopal Church Tree/Wreath Sale

Where/When: All Saints' Episcopal Church on Friday, Dec. 7 from 6:30 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 8 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 9 from 12 to 6 p.m.

Why go: The Briarcliff Manor church is continuing its annual Christmas tree and wreath sale this weekend.

Pricing: Free to browse

Interactive Wine & Food Pairing Event

Where/When: St. John's Episcopal Church on Friday, Dec. 7 at 7 p.m.

Why go: Nick Antonaccio, co-host of the PCTV show Glass Up, Glass Down, will host a night of pairing appetizers and Italian wine tastings for the holidays. There will be holiday wine and gift baskets available for purchase. Hold your reservation by emailing pvillecsf@gmail.com. Proceeds will benefit the Community Scholarship Fund of Pleasantville.

Pricing: $45

Westchester Toy & Train Show

When/Where: Sunday, Dec. 9 at White Plains County Center 198 Central Ave. White Plains

Why Go: There will be more than 300 dealers of varied gauge electric trains and accessories, parts and books, as well as classic toys such as Star Wars, Dinky, Thomas Toys, comics, soldiers, dolls, games, test tracks, working layouts. 

Price: Adults $11 and kids under 12 free

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