Community Corner
Your Weekend: Historic Home Tour; Sassy Ladies Night Out
From our neighborhood to the towns around us, if you're looking for something to do this weekend we've got you covered.
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.
Somers: "Art Within Nature" Photography Show
Where: Somers Public Library, 80 Primrose St. in Somers
When: Saturday, April 20 and Sunday, April 21 at 10 a.m.
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Cost: Free
Description: A solo photography show by Pleasantville resident Robert Uricchio, will be on display at the Somers Public Library. There will be approximately 30 images exhibited, mostly taken within the Hudson Valley area.
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Somers: Tour Historic Stone Home
Where: Gerard Crane House in Somers that is located on Route 202
When: Sunday, April 21 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Cost: Tickets are $100 per person and can be purchased from Schirmer at dschirmer@somerslandtrust.org.
Description: A Somers couple who lives in a historic stone home, that was built by an early circus entrepreneur, have offered to help the Somers Land Trust raise money for the rebuild of another historic home in the Angle Fly Preserve. They have offered their home, known as the Gerard Crane House that is located on Route 202, as part of a fundraiser.
Yorktown: 'Sculpting a Diverse Truth'
Where: The Little Red Schoolhouse in Cortlandt Manor
When: Saturday, April 20 at 2 p.m.
Cost: Free
Description: Yorktown police officer Michael Kahn is 'sculpting a diverse truth' with his efforts to create a in town. As project leader, he will speak this Saturday about the crucial Revolutionary War battle in Yorktown and the current efforts to memorialize it.
Yorktown: Spin & Knit
Where: Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center, 1271 Hanover St. in Yorktown
When: Saturday, April 20 at 10 a.m.
Cost: Free
Description: Ggather in an informal atmosphere and be part of a monthly spinning and knitting group. No fee or registration required for first time attendees; $5 for each subsequent class.
Yorktown: Bottle Top Jewelry Workshop
Where: John C. Hart Memorial Library, 1130 E Main St. in Shrub Oak,
When: Saturday, April 20 at 12 p.m.
Cost: Free
Description: The workshop will be held by Sharon Kullberg. Create a charming keychain, magnet, pin, pendant or hanger. You will use bottlecaps and collage along with charms or beads for extra embellishment. Register for the program at 914-245-5262 x227
Yorktown: Gluten-Free Cooking
Where: Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center, 1271 Hanover St. in Yorktown
When: Saturday, April 20 at 2 p.m.
Cost: $20 per person, $5 for children under the age of 12.
Description: Culinary nutritionist Mary Opfer will offer a hands-on workshop where you'll learn how to turn nutritious spring vegetables into delicious, hearty, gluten-free meals. Eating healthy has never tasted this good! Registration is required. Call (914) 962-2368 or register online at www.HilltopHanoverFarm.org/events
ELSEWHERE IN WESTCHESTER:
Cortlandt: YCP TheaterWorks' Mama Won't Fly
Where: Van Cortlandtville School Theater in Mohegan Lake, directly across from the Cortlandt Town Shopping Center.
When: April 19, 20 and 21 as well as April 27, May 3 and 4. Friday and Saturday performances are at 8 p.m.; the Sunday matinee is at 2 p.m.
Cost: Tickets are $18, adults; $15, seniors and students. Tickets can be purchased at the door or online through PayPal at a discount, $17/$14, by going to our website www.YCPTW.org. Group rates are available.
Description: Produced by YCP TheaterWorks, this deliciously funny view of the Southern side of life was created by the acclaimed comedy writing team of Jesse Jones, Nicholas Hope and Jamie Wooten.
Tarrytown: Sassy Ladies Shopping Night Out
Where: The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, 455 S. Broadway, Tarrytown
When: Friday, April 19, 5:30 to 10 p.m.
Cost: $15
Description: Enjoy a fun-filled night of shopping, socializing, and new experiences at the 3rd Annual Sassy Ladies Shopping Night Out. Pick up fashion tips and shop until you drop. Each year, the event gets bigger and better, and the organizers are excited to announce that this year they will have over 50 vendors with unique and fabulous products and services.
Tarrytown: Third Friday
Where: In the businesses and on the sidewalks of Main Street, South Broadway and South Washington Street in Tarrytown.
When: Friday, April 19, from 5 to 9 p.m. (and later for live music in the Set Back Inn).
Cost: Free
Description: Following a long winter break, it’s the first Third Friday of the season which promises a lively spring celebration rich with music, art openings, kids’ activities and more in the center of the village. Some of the offerings include: the live band Four Piece Racket; a W@tercooler open housewith Sleepy Hollow paper artist Laura Carraro on display and a chance to make your own paper collages; Studio A Gallery having an opening reception from 6 to 9 p.m. for Hudson Valley Vista, an exhibit of plein air landscapes by Denise Petit Caplan; and finally, Juke Joint playing at the Set Back Inn with a special horn section, starting at 9:30 p.m.
Ossining: Bernie Williams and Gil Parris Quartet
Where: Ossining High School, Route 9, Ossining
When: 6:30 p.m. April 20
Description: This 10th annual Ossining Matters benefit concert "From Center Field to Center Stage" features NY Yankee/Latin Emmy Award nominated Bernie Williams. There are a few tickets left for the concert; the reception is sold out.
Cost: Adults $40, students, staff, seniors $20
Pleasantville: North America Cup for Table Tennis
Where: Westchester Table Tennis Center
When: Saturday, April 20 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Description: Pleasantville will play host to the North American table tennis championship this weekend, featuring professionals from the U.S., Canada and Bermuda. U.S. Olympians Ariel Hsing, Lily Zhang and Timothy Wang; and Canada’s Pierre-Luc Theriault, the reigning North American men’s champion, will be among the competitors.
Cost: $10 Saturday; $15 Sunday
About this column: A guide to weekend events in central and northern Westchester County for you and your family.
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