Westchester's Captain Lawrence Promises 'Mother Load' Of A Food Fest Westchester's Captain Lawrence Promises 'Mother Load' Of A Food Fest
Westchester's Captain Lawrence Promises 'Mother Load' Of A Food Fest ELMSFORD, N.Y. -- Like oysters? Then check out the Mother Shucker end of summer bash at Captain Lawrence Brewery in Elmsford. This is the sixth year the festival has taken place. The event is basically an ode to summer's bounty and includes copious amount of oysters, wood roasted seafood, Neapolitan pizza, and carnage supplied by Chef David DiBari of The Cookery and The Parlor in Dobbs Ferry. There will also be plenty of Captain Lawrence beer. New to the menu this year: DiBari’s signature summer cocktails, The Blushing Slush (rosé, freshly squeezed lime juice, fresh mint, fresh strawberri…
Westchester Set For Annual Jewish Music, Arts Festival Westchester Set For Annual Jewish Music, Arts Festival
Westchester Set For Annual Jewish Music, Arts Festival VALHALLA, N.Y. -- It's going to be a day filled with Jewish music. The 43rd Annual Westchester Jewish Music and Arts Festival will be held on Sunday, Aug. 20 from noon to 6 p.m. at the Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla. The festival is presented by The Westchester Jewish Council and The Westchester Klezmer Program in cooperation with Westchester County Parks. The event will feature a wide variety of musical performances including headliner Golem, a Klezmer rock band based in New York City.  Also performing will be Rockmitzvah, a full service live musical ensemble of rock and roll musicians.who…
SPCA Hoping To Clear The Shelter SPCA Hoping To Clear The Shelter
SPCA Hoping To Clear The Shelter The SPCA has more dogs and cats than usual, but are hoping a one-day event can help their animals find forever homes. The SPCA is taking part in NBC's Clear the Shelters on Saturday, Aug. 19 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at its Briarcliff location at 590 North State Road. As part of the event, many of the animal's adoption fees will be waived.  All the same rules and criteria involved in approving an adopter/adoption will be in place. "It's been a rough summer," Lisa Bonanno, director of events and communications for the SPCA, said. "We've gotten more dogs and cats than we've had i…
Our Lady Of Mount Carmel Feast Celebrates 95th Anniversary Our Lady Of Mount Carmel Feast Celebrates 95th Anniversary
Our Lady Of Mount Carmel Feast Celebrates 95th Anniversary VERPLANCK, N.Y. -- For 95 years, the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel has been a celebration of Italian heritage in Verplanck. The annual feast was held in July, having been held every summer in 1922, organized by people who came to Verplanck from Calabria, Italy. It is always held the third weekend of July. "We have members that have roots that go back to our founders," Joe Cosentino, who helped organize the event, said. "Their hearts are definitely into it. Their ancestors started this club and we like to keep it going. The event always concludes with a procession carryin…
Yorktown Celebrates 175th Anniversary Of Old Croton Dam, Aqueduct Yorktown Celebrates 175th Anniversary Of Old Croton Dam, Aqueduct
Yorktown Celebrates 175th Anniversary Of Old Croton Dam, Aqueduct YORKTOWN, N.Y. --Water first flowed from the Old Croton Dam and Aqueduct to New York City on July 4, 1842. To celebrate its 175th anniversary, Hilltop Hanover is hosting four presentations and a ceremony commemorating the Old Croton Dam and Aqueduct and the contributions of the people who helped build the Croton Water System. Bob Giordano, who helped plan the event, said he has been studying the water system for 25 years. He had the good fortune of being neighbors with Bob Waterhouse, who worked for the Department of Environmental Protection for 40 years and will be one of the presenters.  …
Come On Down! 'Price Is Right' Live Show Coming To Mid-Hudson Civic Center Come On Down! 'Price Is Right' Live Show Coming To Mid-Hudson Civic Center
Come On Down! 'Price Is Right' Live Show Coming To Mid-Hudson Civic Center Have you ever wanted to play "The Price Is Right"?  The popular CBS-TV daytime game show' is coming to the Mid-Hudson Civic Center on Wednesday, Oct. 11 at 7:30 p.m. and people selected to play can win a share of more than $10 million in cash and prizes. Iconic games coming to Poughkeepsie include Plinko, Cliffhangers, The Big Wheel and the Showcase. Tickets range from $39 to $78.50 and are on-sale now at Ticketmaster. To register for a chance to be a contestant, visit registration area at or near the venue box office three hours prior to showtime. 
Live Music, Food, Fireworks Highlight Hudson Valley Expo Live Music, Food, Fireworks Highlight Hudson Valley Expo
Live Music, Food, Fireworks Highlight Hudson Valley Expo PEEKSKILL, N.Y. -- It's one of the biggest days of the year in Peekskill. The annual Hudson Valley Exposition returns to the Peekskill Riverfront Green on Saturday, August 5, from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. The event features fireworks and a headline performance by Gary U.S. Bonds. “We are showcasing everything that makes the Hudson Valley such a special place to experience,” said Deb Milone, director of the expo.  The Exposition is designed to promote what the Hudson Valley has to offer.  Admission is a $10 suggested donation while kids are free. Most activities and demonstrations are free, but s…
Spotted In Katonah: Cross River's Jeffrey Tambor Signing Books Spotted In Katonah: Cross River's Jeffrey Tambor Signing Books
Spotted In Katonah: Cross River's Jeffrey Tambor Signing Books KATONAH, N.Y. -- Cross River resident -- and Emmy-award winning Actor Jeffrey Tambor has written a memoir -- and stopped by Little Joe's Books in Katonah to sign some copies. "Are You Anybody?" is a deeply personal story which leads readers through a difficult childhood, past personal demons, and through to Tambor's years as a stage and screen actor. The Westchester resident in fact, was recently nominated for his third Emmy for his role on Amazon's "Transparent" on Thursday, July 15. Little Joe's, is all about community and celebrating local authors. For summer, the sto…
Hudson Valley Hot-Air Balloon Festival Returns To Dutchess Hudson Valley Hot-Air Balloon Festival Returns To Dutchess
Hudson Valley Hot-Air Balloon Festival Returns To Dutchess The Hudson Valley will be full of hot air balloons this weekend.The Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Hudson Valley Hot-Air Balloon Festival from Friday, July 7 to Sunday, July 9 with more than 80 launches between Friday and Sunday. The festival will be held at Barton Orchards at 63 Apple Tree Lane in Poughquag. Activities include a petting zoo, hayrides, food trucks and vendors, a tap room, bakery and farmer’s market, fire pits, ball toss, and live music. There will be a fireworks display on Friday and Saturday. Balloon launches will be at 6 a.m. Saturday an…
Make Your July 4 Pop With Peekskill's Annual Fireworks Make Your July 4 Pop With Peekskill's Annual Fireworks
Make Your July 4 Pop With Peekskill's Annual Fireworks WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y.-- Where will you be celebrating the Fourth this year? As usual, there are a host of parades and fireworks across the county. Check your town's community or Facebook page for updates as weather can alter plans. Keep in mind this is a partial list. Feel free to add your favorites to our Facebook page or Comments. Saturday, July 1 Katonah: The "Pops, Patriots & Fireworks" show starts at 8 p.m. at Caramoor. Grab your family and friends, and get in the spirit of ’76 with classic songs from the Great American Songbook. Go to www.caramoor.org/events/pops-pa…
Hudson Valley Clearwater Festival 2017 Celebrates Diversity Hudson Valley Clearwater Festival 2017 Celebrates Diversity
Hudson Valley Clearwater Festival 2017 Celebrates Diversity CROTON-ON-HUDSON, N.Y. -- The lineup for this weekend's Clearwater Festival is a music lover's dream. The festival is running Saturday and Sunday at Croton Point Park in Croton-on-Hudson. It is the oldest and largest music environmental festival, started by Pete Seeger and his wife, Toshi. Arlo Guthrie headlines this year's festival. Other performers include Lake Street Drive, Los Lobos, Joan Osborne singing Bob Dylan and Josh Ritter. “With all that is going on in the country this year, it has never been more important to come together to celebrate diversity,” said Steve Lurie, Clearwater …
Global 'Make Music Day' Returns To Ossining, Briarcliff Global 'Make Music Day' Returns To Ossining, Briarcliff
Global 'Make Music Day' Returns To Ossining, Briarcliff OSSINING, N.Y. -- It's going to be a day to celebrate music in Ossining and Briarcliff. Ossining and Briarcliff are celebrating Make Music Day on June 21. Make Music Day is an annual one-day event where free, live musical performances, opportunities to make music and other musical events take place around the world to celebrate the Summer Solstice.  More than 750 cities are celebrating the day, which is inspired by France's Fete de la Muisique.  The event will feature a flash mob and various pop-up concerts throughout the day in Ossining and Briarcliff.  “Making music positively affects t…