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thru June 23
Exhibit: Maria Carluccio [link]
Donald Gallery in Dobbs Ferry (at South Church)
A retrospective of illustrations and personal work.

Fridays from 7:30pm - 10:30pm
(scheduled every Friday Night, check before heading out)
Friday Night Jazz [link]
Hastings Station Cafe
Open Jam Sessions. Tickets: $5 (at the door).

Friday, May 24 from 8pm - 10pm
Riverrun Returns! [link]
Coffee Labs, Tarrytown
Adam Hart & Ken Tuccillo return with Riverrun 2013 season.

Saturday, MAy 25 from 9am - 1pm
Hastings Farmers Market [link]
OUTSIDE in the Hastings Library Parking Lot
Winter Market -- Second & Fourth Saturdays: 9am - 1pm
Weekly Summer Market resumes June 1, 2013 --
Summer Hours: 8:30am to 1:30pm

Saturday May 25 from 8:30am - 1pm
Chappaqua Farmers Market [link]
Train Station, Chappaqua
We’re now in our third year and we’re proud that the community has embraced our Saturday market of locally raised and produced food products. Bringing some of the best products in the area to our weekly market isn’t all we strive for. We also offer a place for community groups and entertainers to share their information and talents, all while advancing the Town’s efforts to encourage sustainability.

Saturday May 25 from 8:30am - 1pm (Saturdays thu 11/23)
Outdoor Market:
Pleasantville Farmers Market [link]
Memorial Plaza, Pleasantville
Ceremonial Ribbon Cutting at 9:15. Commences Outdoor Season; First-Ever Summer Market Run by Non-Profit Foodchester, Inc. New Layout Allows for More Vendors, Additional Activities, and Better Parking.

Saturday May 25, Sunday, May 26 & Monday, May 27
Wave Hill: This Weekend [link]
Wave HIll, Bronx
Make "button bouquets" at the Family Art Project Saturday and Sunday. Attend a live presentation of reptiles and amphibians of the Lower Hudson Valley Saturday afternoon. Join a guided tour of Glyndor Gallery on Saturday. Guided garden tours meet at 2pm Sunday & Monday, Memorial Day.

thru June 23
Exhibit: Maria Carluccio [link]
Donald Gallery in Dobbs Ferry (at South Church)
A retrospective of illustrations and personal work.

Saturday, May 25, Sunday, May 26 & Monday, May 27
Weekend at the NY Botanical Garden [link]
NYBG, Bronx
The New York Botanical Garden is open all weekend, including Monday, Memorial Day, and has fun weekend programming for all ages. Visitors can enjoy 'Music & Dance of the Italian Renaissance,' 'Commedia Dell'Arte for Children' the exhibition 'Wild Medicine: Healing Plants Around the World featuring The Italian Renaissance Garden,' and the Botanical Garden's 250 acres.

Saturday, May 25 from 1pm - 2pm (also June 1, 15, 22 & 29)
Downton Themed Tour [link]
Straatsburgh State Historic Site
Are you going through Downton Abbey withdrawal with the conclusion of season three? If so, Staatsburgh State Historic Site can help! If you are a fan of the TV show, you will love touring the former country home of Ruth Livingston Mills and Ogden Mills. Staatsburgh will offer special Downton Abbey-themed house tours that explore the role of the mansion's servants and their interactions with their wealthy employers and houseguests. These special tours will be offered at 1pm on Saturday, April 6th, April 20th, May 4th, and May 18th. This tour will showcase the house, but it will also highlight the real life counterparts of the Downton Abbey characters, noting the specialized role each servant played and how the house functioned during a busy weekend of entertaining. It will also touch on the marriage between Beatrice Mills and the 8th Earl of Granard, part of period trend in which wealthy American girls—like Cora—wed titled gentlemen across the ocean. Site admission is $8 for adults, $6 for seniors; children 12 and younger are free. For more information, please call 845-889-8851.

Saturday, May 25 and Sunday, May 26
Hudson-Berkshire Wine & Food Festival [link]
Columbia OCunty Fairgrounds, Chatham
The Inaugural Wine and Food Festival will feature the five beverage trail members plus other regional wineries, distilleries, cideries and craft breweries. There will also be delicious foods for sale and sampling including gourmet cheeses and creameries, baked goods, grass fed meat producers and more! Throughout the weekend there will be special guest appearances and book signings, seminars of wine and food pairings, home brewing, and cheese making by some of the region’s foremost experts.

Saturday, May 25, Sunday, May 26 & Monday, May 27 @ 12pm
A League of Their Own [link]
Jacob Burns Musuc Hall, Pleasantville
During WWII, there weren’t enough men around to play the game, so baseball owners created an all-women’s league to fill the gap. Geena Davis, Madonna, and Rosie O’Donnell teach the doubters a thing or two, and Tom Hanks unforgettably plays a reluctant coach who comes to believe in them. A great movie for girls—and boys will love it, too.Penny Marshall. 1992. 128 m. PG. USA. Sony Picture s Entertainment.

Saturday, May 25, doors open, concert @ 8pm
SAMBA RIO TRIO
Art Academy of Westchester, 145 Palisade Street, Dobbs Ferry
Featuring Nanny Assis, percussion & Leco Reis, bass. The trio's repertoire is a combination of original tunes and songs by some of Brazil's classic composers such as Antonio Carlos Jobim, Ary Barroso, Baden Powell, Noel Rosa, Dorival Caymmi, Pixinguinha and others. The group creates a sound that is truly international and one that has entertained appreciative audiences on four continents. Highlights have included concerts and club appearances in Paris, Bombay, Corsica, Stuttgart and Rio de Janeiro.

Sunday, May 26 & Monday, May 27
Wave Hill: This Weekend [link]
Wave HIll, Bronx
Make "button bouquets" at the Family Art Project Saturday and Sunday. Attend a live presentation of reptiles and amphibians of the Lower Hudson Valley Saturday afternoon. Join a guided tour of Glyndor Gallery on Saturday. Guided garden tours meet at 2pm Sunday & Monday, Memorial Day.

Sunday, May 26 & Monday, May 27
Weekend at the NY Botanical Garden [link]
NYBG, Bronx
The New York Botanical Garden is open all weekend, including Monday, Memorial Day, and has fun weekend programming for all ages. Visitors can enjoy 'Music & Dance of the Italian Renaissance,' 'Commedia Dell'Arte for Children' the exhibition 'Wild Medicine: Healing Plants Around the World featuring The Italian Renaissance Garden,' and the Botanical Garden's 250 acres.

Sunday, May 26 @ 2pm
Hastings: Memorial Day Parade
Begins at Broadway and Main, and travels down to Warburton
Grand Marshal Chief James Drumm. With over five decades of history, few residents can remember a year when Hastings did not honor those that served their Country so valiantly.
This is to the delight of the VFW which sponsors the parade.
The Parade Committee is also looking for convertibles to provide transportation for the Honorees and some VFW members who would like to "march" in the parade.

Sunday, May 26
Hudson-Berkshire Wine & Food Festival [link]
Columbia OCunty Fairgrounds, Chatham
The Inaugural Wine and Food Festival will feature the five beverage trail members plus other regional wineries, distilleries, cideries and craft breweries. There will also be delicious foods for sale and sampling including gourmet cheeses and creameries, baked goods, grass fed meat producers and more! Throughout the weekend there will be special guest appearances and book signings, seminars of wine and food pairings, home brewing, and cheese making by some of the region’s foremost experts.

thru June 23
Exhibit: Maria Carluccio [link]
Donald Gallery in Dobbs Ferry (at South Church)
A retrospective of illustrations and personal work.

Sunday, May 26 & Monday, May 27 @ 12pm
A League of Their Own [link]
Jacob Burns Musuc Hall, Pleasantville
During WWII, there weren’t enough men around to play the game, so baseball owners created an all-women’s league to fill the gap. Geena Davis, Madonna, and Rosie O’Donnell teach the doubters a thing or two, and Tom Hanks unforgettably plays a reluctant coach who comes to believe in them. A great movie for girls—and boys will love it, too.Penny Marshall. 1992. 128 m. PG. USA. Sony Picture s Entertainment.

Monday, May 27 @ 12pm
A League of Their Own [link]
Jacob Burns Musuc Hall, Pleasantville
During WWII, there weren’t enough men around to play the game, so baseball owners created an all-women’s league to fill the gap. Geena Davis, Madonna, and Rosie O’Donnell teach the doubters a thing or two, and Tom Hanks unforgettably plays a reluctant coach who comes to believe in them. A great movie for girls—and boys will love it, too.Penny Marshall. 1992. 128 m. PG. USA. Sony Picture s Entertainment.

Monday, May 27 @ 10am
Dobbs Ferry: Memorial Day Parade
Begins at Ashford and Mohican Ave
There will be a quick stop in front of the Little White Church Cemetery, then the parade will proceed down Storm and Maple Streets to the Dobbs Ferry high school for the traditional wreath ceremony. Following the wreath ceremony and presentation, the parade will reform to march down Ashford Avenue to Broadway to Cedar Street, stopping for a salute at the Zion Episcopal Church. Then proceeding down Main Street to Chestnut into upper Memorial Park for the final wreath ceremony. Following the ceremony, Hot Dogs and Refreshments will be served by the Auxiliary at American Legion Post 1048 on Palisade Street.

Monday, May 27 @ 10am
Ardsley: Memorial Day Parade
Begins on Park Avenue, then east on Ashford to Pascone Park
The parade steps off at 10am sharp from Park Avenue and heads east on Ashford Avenue to Pascone Park where the ceremonies will take place. Veterans and citizens will spend a few moments remembering the 14 young graduates of Ardsley High School who made the supreme sacrifice. Ardsley's fire department will again be cooking breakfast for all veterans from 8:30 to 9:30am at the firehouse located at 505 Ashford Avenue. In case of rain and the parade is cancelled, the ceremony will go on and be held at the firehouse at 10am.

Monday, May 27 @ 10:45am
Irvington: Memorial Day Parade
In front of the War Memorials on Main Street followed by the Parade to Memorial Park and Memorial Services.

Monday, May 27 @ 11am (many more dates on their site)
Tours: Untermyer Gardens Conservancy [link]
Untermyer Gardens Conservancy, Yonkers
Guided tours will introduce Samuel Untermyer the man, the lawyer, the activist and his grand gardens including: The Walled Garden - Persian style gardens and canals surrounded by Greek architecture, adorned with intricate mosaic panels, and punctuated with Paul Manship sculpture.
The Vista Steps - descending from the Persian garden, past the ruins of old color gardens, leading to ancient Roman columns that frame views of the Hudson river.
The Temple of Love - a romantic, naturalistic rock outcropping with cantilevered terraces, winding steps and water courses, subtended by pools and streams. Tours begin at 945 North Broadway parking lot.
Please check back here on day of tour to verify if there has been a cancellation.

Monday, May 27
Weekend at the NY Botanical Garden [link]
NYBG, Bronx
The New York Botanical Garden is open all weekend, including Monday, Memorial Day, and has fun weekend programming for all ages. Visitors can enjoy 'Music & Dance of the Italian Renaissance,' 'Commedia Dell'Arte for Children' the exhibition 'Wild Medicine: Healing Plants Around the World featuring The Italian Renaissance Garden,' and the Botanical Garden's 250 acres.

Monday, May 27 @ 2pm
Wave Hill: Guided Tour [link]
Wave HIll, Bronx
Guided garden tours meet at 2pm Monday, Memorial Day.

more being added, check back.......

Fall Open House in Spring!
Music Conservatory of Westchester will hold a Fall open house for students on Saturday, June 15, 2013 from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm at 216 Central Avenue, White Plains, NY. Meet with staff, and get first dibs on scheduling and faculty/instrument of your choosing. For more information, visit musicconservatory.org

CALL TO ARTISTS!
Discover the Rivertowns Weekend! Outdoor Pop-Up Art Gallery and Craft Fair with Children's Hands-On Activities at the Main Street School in Irvington
June 8th -- 11 am to 4 pm
WFUV Radio DJ at 2:00pm at the Pop Up Gallery
Live Music by Matt Turk, Fred Gillen Jr. & Curtis Becraft. Reserve your space now to be a part of this highly promoted festive weekend.
June 7--9 throughout Dobbs Ferry, Irvington, and Hastings-on-Hudson download flyer

14th Annual Dobbs Ferry Summer Music Series
moves to Mercy College, Turf Field, overlooking the Hudson
(moves indoors in rain)
Wednesdays, June 19 - August 21
from 6:30pm - 8pm
download flyer
presented by Jazz Forum Arts [link]
June 19 -- DeTurtle (Oberlin Music Students)
June 26 -- Jay Brandford Tentet
July 3 -- Dezron Douglas Quartet
July 10 -- Sonya Robinson Quartet
July 17 -- Stephanie Nakasian & Hod O'Brien featuring Veronica O'Brien
July 24 -- Bob Albanese Quartet
July 31-- Barbara Martinez Group
August 7 -- Sean Smith Quartet
August 14 -- Yard Byard: The Music of Jaki Byard
August 21 -- TBD

Almost Raucous
a cocktail party and fundraiser in celebration of the Hastings Public Library's first century
Saturday, June 15 from 5pm - 8pm
255 Broadway, Hastings-on-Hudson, NY
The Friends of the Hastings Public Library are pleased to host "Almost Raucous," a cocktail party and fundraiser in celebration of the Hastings Public Library's first century, on Saturday, June 15, 2013, from 5 to 8 p.m., rain or shine.
The party will be held at the home of Judith McHale and Michael O'Halloran on three landscaped acres that gently slope toward the Hudson River. Guests will be able to explore the gardens and visit the house, built by noted meteorologist Dr. Daniel Draper in 1905. The exterior of the house, with hipped roof, widow's walk, and veranda, was recently restored to its original appearance, using decorative architectural features found in the carriage house on the property.
Hors d'oeuvres from Harvest-on-Hudson and wine from Hastings Wines & Liquors will be served, and music will be provided by several Hastings High School ensembles. Former Mayor Lee Kinnally will be the master of ceremonies for the event.
A silent auction features quintessential Hastings experiences, among them a tour of Ed Young's art studio, an introduction to beekeeping by the owners of Let It Bee, lunch at Maud's Tavern with writers James Kaplan or Peter Quinn, and kayaking on the Hudson River, guided by Commodore John Maggiotto and other members of the Yonkers Paddling and Rowing Club.
Tickets are on sale now at the Hastings Public Library, 7 Maple Avenue, Hastings-on-Hudson, NY. Prices are $75 for members of Friends of the Library, $100 for general public (includes membership). For information or to order tickets, call the Library at (914) 478-3307.
Judith McHale served as under secretary of state for public diplomacy and public affairs, 2009-11. A principal advisor to Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, Ms. McHale worked to develop and implement a new strategic framework for public diplomacy. She was a featured speaker at the Hastings Public Library in December, 2012.
Astoria Federal Savings is the principal sponsor of "Almost Raucous," the centennial celebration for the Hastings Public Library.

Ridge Hill Summer Concert Series Enjoy FREE Live Music at Westchesters Ridge Hill!
Guitarist and former Yankee Bernie Williams and His All-Star Band kick off the Thursday evening series on June 27th; Other shows feature rocking tributes to Bruce Springsteen, Billy Joel, Santana, James Taylor, The Four Tops and more! Hosted by WFAS-FM, shows start at 6pm, with opening acts featuring local talent from WFASs popular Music Lounge.
THURSDAY, June 27 Bernie Williams and His All-Star Band: Bernie Williams, former Yankee, and four-time MLB World Series Champion, is taking his talents onto the stage. Growing up in Puerto Rico, Bernie developed a love for flamenco music at an early age; when he was eight, his father gave him a guitar and sparked a second life-long obsession. After retiring from baseball, Williams released his first album, The Journey Within, to critical acclaim. His second album, Moving Forward, featured guest stars including Bruce Springsteen and Jon Secada, and produced a #1 single, immortalizing the smooth Latin Jazz rhythms of Bernie Williams and His All Star Band with a Latin Grammy nomination for the album. Bernie is the author of Rhythms of the Game: The Link Between Music and Athletic Performance, about the symbiotic relationship between musical artistry and athletic performance through the eyes of a man who has mastered both. (Rain date:July 1)
THURSDAY, July 11 Shadows of the 60s A Tribute to the Four Tops: Dave Revels and company pay tribute to the tremendous legacy of The Four Tops in this Tribute production show, Shadows of The 60'S, performing the groups hits spanning three decades, from the 1960's to the 1980's. Considered by many the best male vocal group and lead singer ever produced by Motown, The Four Tops hold the distinction of being the longest-lived group in rock/soul history (41 years) without personnel change (1956-1997). The Four Tops reigned supreme from 1964-1967 under the songwriting team of Holland Dozier Holland. Come join us on tour as we take this very special walk with you down memory lane. (Rain date: July 15)
THURSDAY, July 18 Abraxas - The Santana Experience: Formed in March of 2006, with one goal, to be the best, the members of Abraxas have honed their show to be not just a musical tribute to the legendary Carlos Santana, but an experience that you'll remember for a long time to come. Abraxas: The Santana Experience has played around the world with musicians from acts like Toto, Blue Oyster Cult, and Santanas own band. This seven-member act is fronted by Alex Ligertwood, who performed with Santana for over 16 years and sang, wrote and/or co-wrote hits such as Open Invitation, She's Not There, Hold On, The Sensitive Kind, All I Ever Wanted, and many others. Abraxas brings virtuosity and passion to everything folks love about the Latin legendpropulsive Latin percussion, fiery lead guitar work, keyboard wizardry, lush vocals, and, of course, the GROOVE. (Rain date: July 22)
THURSDAY, July 25 Wade Preston & The Movin Out Band (5-piece): The Movin' Out Band is the smokin' original band from the Tony Award-winning, Grammy nominated Broadway musical, Movin' Out". The band includes members of Billy Joel's own band, and is fronted by the incredibly talented pianist and vocalist Wade Preston, who played the original 'Piano Man' in the hit musical, hand-selected by Billy Joel himself. The Movin' Out Band performs all of the famous Billy Joel hits, from "Scenes from an Italian Restaurant", "Piano Man" and "Movin' Out" to "Just The Way You Are", "Pressure," "Angry Young Man", "Big Shot," "It's Still Rock and Roll to Me" and "New York State Of Mind"....plus other great songs from that "other" classic rock piano master, Elton John. (Rain date: July 29)
THURSDAY, August 1 Tramps Like Us - Bruce Springsteen Cover Band: Two decades of road-tested musicianship have earned Tramps Like Us distinction as the most revered Springsteen cover act on the planet. The only Springsteen cover band to be endorsed by former Springsteen manager Mike Appel, the group captures that classic Springsteen sound while bringing a swagger and energy reminiscent of the boss himself. Unlike other tribute bands who attempt to impersonate or emulate their source in every respect, from looks to clothing to gestures, Tramps Like Us concentrates on the music itself. Formed in 1990, and featuring a lineup of seasoned and professional musicians with a repertoire of over 100 songs, Tramps Like Us has been dedicated to enjoying and sharing Bruce's music in a live setting. (Rain date: August 5)
THURSDAY, August 8 Shower the People - James Taylor Tribute: Featuring the voice and guitar work of Neil Donell, Shower the People: The Music of James Taylor is a faithfully rendered presentation of more than two dozen Taylor classics including the iconic Fire And Rain and Carole Kings Youve Got a Friend. The concert takes audiences through a retrospective journey of JTs music, with entertaining anecdotes about the history and creative process behind many of these musical gems. Donell, respected as Canadas premier session vocalist and called the man of a thousand voices in the media, leaves audiences mesmerized by his meticulous performance. Accompanied by a group of the most accomplished musicians and singers in the country, Donell and Shower the People: The Music of James Taylor appeal to wide range of audience demographics and musical tastes. (Rain date: August 9th)

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