Events+Culture Calendar: What to do this weekend (and beyond)
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Family day at the art museum; a string quartet; Bernie Williams performs; model trains; fun on the farm; candle making, cookie decorating; and more
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Nancy’s Picks: This week’s three best bets
1. Family Day at Katonah Museum of Art: Connecting Communities
(Photo: Facebook/Katonah Museum of Art)
Bring the family to Katonah Museum of Art for November’s Family Day. The event is focused on family connections, heritage, broader communities, and the American experience through the lens of many. Activities include creating original art, gues readers, and pop-up activities throughout the Museum. November 6, 11:30 am – 4 pm. Tickets: adults $10; seniors, students, and children 12 and under $5
Katonah Museum of Art
Katonah
katonahmuseum.org
2. Ridgefield Symphony Orchestra Quartet at The Aldrich
Visit The Aldrich for a unique collaboration with the RSO Quartet performing chamber music specifically chosen to complement Hugo McCloud’s exhibition, from where i stand. This is the RSO Quartet’s (comprising principal string players from the RSO) live performance debut and the program focuses on the synergy between music and art as it relates to the McCloud exhibit. November. 6, 6 – 7 pm. Tickets: $40
The Aldrich
Ridgefield, CT
thealdrich.org
3. The Bernie Williams Collective at Daryl’s House
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Experience the iconic Bernie Williams Collective at Daryl’s House for a mix of jazz, R&B, blues, and a tropical twist. This entertaining collective performs classics, original material, and creative mixes in an interactive format. The multi-talented baseball legend-turned-professional-musician tells a great in words and sound. November 10, 7 pm. Tickets: General Admission $50, VIP $125.
Daryl’s House
Pawling
darylshouseclub.com
Events + Culture Calendar
See a preview of the Marc Chagall windows at Union Church:
Friday, November 5
Chagall Windows at Union Church Pocantico Hills (Tarrytown): While experiencing the legendary Marc Chagall windows is not new, it is a must-visit, and is seasonal, closing for the year on November 7th. A visit includes viewing the rose window, the last work by Henri Matisse, and the 9 Chagall windows. 10 am – 5 pm, FREE. Call to register to visit: 914.631.2069. For more info click here.
Sunday, November 7
49th Annual Train & Hobby Show, Majed J. Nesheiwat Convention Center (Poughkeepsie): Hudson Valley Railroad Society hosts the 49th Annual Train & Hobby Show featuring over 20,000 square feet of operating layouts, railroadiana, model exhibits, clinics, slot, and die-cast cars, model demonstrations, and more. 10 am – 3 pm. Admission $6, children 10 & under $4.
Monday, November 8
Stroll through the Chinese Friendship Garden, Lasdon Park & Arboretum (Katonah): Before the leaves fade and the holiday season is upon us, visit the Chinese Friendship Garden at Lasdon Park. Immerse yourself in Chinese architecture and garden design, created in 1997 as part of a sister city collaboration with Jinzhou, China. Open daily from 8-4, FREE (lasdonpark.org)
Tuesday, November 9
Farm Skills at Muscoot Farm (Katonah): Pre-K aged children and their caregivers experience Muscoot Farm and learn traditional farm skills including making butter, candles, wool crafts and pressed flowers. $20/child, registration required (muscootfarm,org)
Wednesday, November 10
Candle Making & Cookie Decorating, VFW Post 672 (Brewster): Join Jar Worthy and Sweets by G for a fun night of candle making and cookie decorating. Tickets $50, includes all supplies. Email Lisa Zeller Zgirl1964@gmail.com for more information.
Thursday, November 11
Self-guided tour of Tilly Foster Farm (Brewster): Treat yourself to a day in the country at Tilly Foster Farm. Take a self-guided tour of Putnam County’s farm and educational institute featuring unique small farm animals, original art exhibits,hiking trails, farm-to-table restaurant & more. Grounds are open daily for self-guided tours, check the website for events and special hours of operation. Free. Click here for more info.
Born and raised in Westchester, Nancy Sorbella’s lifestyle stories have been featured in several local and regional publications where she has also been a style and community columnist. She is the resident wordsmith for the Arthritis Foundation of NY and the Community Engagement Director by day, spending her free time exploring and experiencing the Hudson Valley. Follow Nancy for more of her adventures on Instagram @DetoursColumnist, Twitter @jsorbella, or on Facebook at Nancy Niskin Sorbella.
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