Westchester Happenings: Tuesday, Dec. 13 and Wednesday, Dec. 14
Tuesday, Dec. 13
Katonah Village Library Health Film Series: “The Medicated Child.” The final installment of this series of documentaries. This film explores the effects of medication on children. Followed by a discussion. Katonah Village Library, 26 Bedford Rd., Katonah. 6:30 p.m. Free. Info: 914-232-3508 or go the Library’s website www.katonahlibrary.org.
Tuesdays at Dorry’s: Ariel Tamir is an auditor, translator, and writer who lives in White Plains. In his youth he studied piano at the Mannes School of Music in New York City for several years. In the early 1980s, he traveled the nation as an apprentice student to Maestro Sergiu Commissiona, the late Music Director of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, as well as the American Symphony Orchestra in New York. Tuesdays at Dorry’s gathers “conversation partners” weekly for informal table talk, and sometimes we hear live music. There is no charge. Just come and order your food from Sylvia, who serves all of us.
Winter Clothing Drive: Donations of winter coats, sweaters, boots, gloves and hats are being accepted this week, during regular office hours, at the First Hebrew Congregation 1821 Main St., Peekskill. Call to confirm that donations can be made at 914-739-0500. The office is closed Saturdays for Shabbat Families in need can select from the donated items on Dec. 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Linkedin Seminar: Marc Halpert will conduct a Linkedin seminar from 7 to 8 p.m. at Temple Beth Shalom, 760 Route 6, at the corner of Croton Falls Road, Mahopac. Admission is free. To RSVP call the synagogue office at 845-628-6133.
Somers Resident Exhibit: An exhibit of the photographs of Somers resident Joe Carbone is being held this month at the Somers Library, 82 Primrose St. Carbone has been taking photos for 40 years. Info: somersartgallery@wlsmail.com.
Checkmate: A chess program is held every Tuesday at 4 p.m. at the Ossining Public Library, 53 Croton Ave. It is held in the second floor conference room. Info: 914-941-2416 Ext. 336.
Jewish Center Programs: The Yorktown Jewish Center, 2966 Crompond Rd., is holding a series of programs. Maimonidean Thought (Topics in Mishneh Torah) is held on Tuesdays from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Understanding Hebrew Prayer is held from Mondays from 7 to 8 p.m. (through May 31). Also on Mondays, Conversational Hebrew is held from 7:30 to 9 p.m. (through May 31). Talmud and the Law is held on Fridays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (through May 31). Lunch ‘N Learn (about topics of Jewish interest) is held on Saturdays from, after Sabbath services, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. (through June 30). Religious services are held on Fridays from 6:15 to 7 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9:15 to 11:30 a.m. To sign up for programs or for more information, call 914-245-2324.
Open Book Discussion. A discussion of “Let the Great World Spin” by Colum McCann. Led by Christine Bobkoff, adjunct professor at Westchester Community College. Chappaqua Public Library, 195 S. Greeley Ave., Chappaqua. 7:30 p.m. Free. Ask at information desk for a copy of the book. Info: 914-238-4779 or www.chappaqualibrary.org.
Book Club. The Women Reading Women Book Club will discuss “Second Nature” by Alice Hoffman. Book available at the circulation desk. New members welcome. Mount Pleasant Public Library, 350 Bedford Rd., Pleasantville. 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Free. Info: 914-769-0548 or www.mountpleasantlibrary.org.
Wednesday, Dec. 14
Santa’s Helpers: Milk and cookies will be served to Santa’s helpers and the public from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hudson Valley Hospital Center, 1980 Crompond Rd., Cortlandt. The program is a fund-raiser for the hospital’s efforts to purchase gifts for needy children. A holiday sing-a-long will be held from noon to 12:30 p.m. Donations can also be made by sending checks, made payable to HVHC with “Santa’s Helpers” written on the memo section, to Hudson Valley Hospital Center, 1980 Crompond Rd., Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567. Info: Sue Lapore at 914-734-3287.
12 Grapes Events: A series of entertainment programs are scheduled for this week at the 12 Grapes Music & Wine Bar, 12 N. Division St., Peekskill. On Dec. 14 from 8 to 10 p.m. Jon Cobert will perform. On Dec. 15 from 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. the Westchester Rock Jam and Band Showcase will be held. On Dec. 16 from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 p.m., the Geoff Hartwell Band will perform. Admission is $5. On Dec. 17 from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., Steve Wexler & The Top Shelf will perform. Admission is $15. On Dec. 18 from 6 to 9 p.m. the acoustic duo of WeMustBe will perform. Info: 12grapes.com.
Jewish Children’s Library: Temple Beth Shalom, 760 Route 6, Mahopac, is launching The PJ Library, which offers free books and music to families raising Jewish children. The materials are being provided to children between the ages of six months and eight years who live in northern Westchester and Putnam and Dutchess Counties. The synagogue is partnering with the Harold Grinspoon Foundation, which created the program. To register and receive more information, go to tbmahopc.org or call 845-628-6133.
Knitting Group. Hats for our servicemen and women overseas and other ongoing projects for care centers and hospitals. Clinton Street Center, 1A Clinton St., Pleasantville. 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Free. Meets every Monday and Wednesday. Info: 914-769-2021.
Foundations of Education Series. Dr. Kyle Pruett, clinical professor of child psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine, award-winning author and specialist on children, family relationships and fathers, will be sharing findings from his most recent research on the fundamental needs of childhood. Rippowam Cisqua School, 325 W. Patent Rd., Mount Kisco. 10 a.m. Free. Info: Contact Susie Danziger at 914-244-1292 or e-mail susie_danziger@rcsny.org.
Critters, Crafts and Kids. Children and parents or caregivers come for an hour of nature fun. For children 18 months to five years old. Greenburgh Nature Center, 99 Dromore Rd., Scarsdale. 10 to 11 a.m. Members: Adults–$5; Children–$4. Non-members: Adults–$9; Children–$7. Also Dec. 21. Info: 914-723-3470 or visit to www.greenburghnaturecenter.org.
Toddler Time. Uses finger plays, action rhymes, songs and stories to encourage an enjoyment of books and to stimulate early listening skills, learning and speaking skills. Mount Pleasant Public Library, 350 Bedford Rd., Pleasantville. 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. Free. Recommended for one to two and a half years old. Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday through Dec. 16. Info: 914-769-0548 or www.mountpleasantlibrary.org.
Preschool Story Time. An interactive story time using picture books, songs, finger plays, action rhymes and other activities to encourage the enjoyment of books and language. Mount Pleasant Public Library, 350 Bedford Rd., Pleasantville. 11 to 11:30 a.m. Free. Recommended for children two and a half to five years old. Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday through Dec. 16. Info: 914-769-0548 or www.mountpleasantlibrary.org.
Children’s Story Times. For children 18 months to five years old. Mount Kisco Public Library, 100 E. Main St., Mount Kisco. 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. Free. Meets every Wednesday and Thursday. Info: 914-864-0130.
Prepare for Spine Surgery. Northern Westchester Hospital’s Conference Room D, 400 E. Main St., Mount Kisco. 1 to 2:30 p.m. Free. Info: 914-666-1499.
The Childbirth Experience/LaMaze Method. The start of a five-week session taught by certified childbirth educators. Phelps Memorial Hospital’s fourth floor classroom, 701 N. Broadway, Sleepy Hollow. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. $170 per couple. Registration required. Info and registration: 914-366-3382.
Adult Bereavement Support Group. Northern Westchester Hospital’s fifth floor solarium, 400 E. Main St., Mount Kisco. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Free. Registration required. Info and registration: 914-242-7611 or 914-666-4228 ext. 162.
Bedford Chamber Concerts Holiday Gala. Violinist Sean Lee will perform with violinist Yoon Kwon, renowned musician Anthony Newman and the Bedford Chamber Ensemble Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto in E minor. Also, seven canons on holiday themes and the world premiere of an original Violin Concerto by Newman. Refreshments served during intermission. Fellowship Hall of St. Matthew’s Church, 382 Cantitoe St., Bedford. 8 p.m. $40. (available at the door) Info and tickets: 914-522-5150 or visit www.bedfordchamberconcerts.org.
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