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.
Yorktown: Free Outdoor Movie & Concert
When: Friday, July 19 at 7:15 p.m.Where: Yorktown Community & Cultural Center Athletic Field
Cost: Free
Description: Children will get to dance and sing along with Beth and Scott and Friends, who will perform until dusk when the movie – Despicable Me – will be shown on a large screen on the field.
Yorktown: Chain of Fools – Lions Club Summer Concert
When: Sunday, July 21, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.Where: Jack DeVito Veterans Memorial Park Gazebo, located on Veterans Road in Yorktown Heights
Cost: Free
Description: Chain of Fools Motown Revue is the band that will perform this Sunday as part of the Lions Club's summer concert series. In the event of rain, the concert will be moved to the Yorktown Stage located adjacent to the Gazebo at the Yorktown Community and Cultural Center.
Somers: Volunteer Day at Angle Fly Preserve, Reynolds House Interior Demolition and Pond
When: Saturday, July 20, 2013, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.Where: Angle Fly Preserve
Cost: Free
Description: Residents can contribute to the restoration of the Revolutionary War era Reynolds House at Angle Fly Preserve. The Reynolds House is located at the entrance to the Angle Fly Preserve, Primrose Street/Rt. 139 between Reis Park and Rt. 100 in Somers. On Saturday, volunteers will continue work on the demolition project and continue to complete the interior demolition on that date.
Somers: 'The Ugly Duckling' Musical Fundraiser
When: Sunday, July 21 at 2 p.m.Where: Saint Luke’s Church, Somers, NY
Cost: $10 per adult, $5 per child
Description: The Somers Land Trust's performance by the Reit Duo of The Ugly Duckling is a family-friendly musical event to be held on Sunday, July 21 at Saint Luke’s Church in Somers. All are invited to join them for this fundraising event. Proceeds will benefit the Reynolds Farm Area Restoration at Angle Fly Preserve and the many other programs overseen by the Somers Land Trust.
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Croton: Hudson River Days
Where: Croton Yacht Club, Croton-on-Hudson and other locationsWhen: Saturday, July 20 and Sunday, July 21 at various times.
Cost: Free
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Description: Come to the Croton-on-Hudson riverfront to take advantage of free sails from the guest dock of the Croton Yacht Club as a part of Hudson River Days, celebrating the progress made in revitalizing the Hudson River and its watershed. There will also be discounted kayaking in Ossining, Croton Point Park, and many more places throughout the Hudson Valley. Find more on sailing, festivals, and other great Hudson River Days events throughout the Hudson Valley and New York City here:http://www.riverkeeper.org/news-events/events/rvk-events/hudson-river-days-2013/
Hartsdale: Free Ramadan Dinner
Where: Our Lady of Shkodra 361 W Hartsdale Ave, Hartsdale
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When: Friday, July 19, 2013, 7:00 PM
Cost: Free
Description: An Intercultural Ramadan Dinner, Hosted by the Turkish Cultural Center of Westchester and held at Our Lady of Shkodra Church in Hartsdale, promoting peace and harmony between the 3 Abrahamic Religions. There will be a live music performance along with traditional dancing by the whirling dervishes. Open to all; please join us!
Pleasantville: The Wiz
Where: Rosenthal Jewish Community Center of Northern Westchester
When: Friday, July 19 at 8 p.m.; Saturday, July 20 at 2 and 8 p.m. and Sunday, July 21 at 7 p.m.
Cost: $20 to $25
Description: Cast members from around the tri-state area are bringing a new twist to the classic Wizard of Oz. Click here to purchase tickets in advance.
Sleepy Hollow: Ken Waldman, Alaska's Fiddling Poet, Holds Children's Show and Workshop
Where: Hudson Valley Writers' Center, Sleepy Hollow
When: Saturday, July 20 at 9 a.m.
Cost: Members $25, nonmembers $35
Description: Ken Waldman, Alaska's Fiddling Poet, will be spending Saturday, July 20, at the Hudson Valley Writers' Center in Sleepy Hollow. He’ll begin the day by performing a 40-minute show for children (ages 8-12) and their parents, which will segue into a fun, informal writing workshop. Guaranteed: afterward the kids (and their parents) will look at poetry (and fiddle music) a little differently. For more information on all the day’s workshops, readings and music for adults and/or children or to register visit www.writerscenter.org and www.kenwaldman.com.Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.
