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Things To Do This Weekend in Westchester and Beyond (Weekend of August 5th)

8/3/2016

 
This weekend is filled with great culture and festivals to enjoy with your kids. We are highlighting some of our picks but don't forget to visit our Community Calendar for a full listing of all events including Farmers' Markets, concerts and more. Enjoy!

Due to inclement weather, we suggest checking outdoor events to see if they were postponed or cancelled.
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Indoor Fun

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With the possibility of rain coming this weekend, we wanted to share some indoor options for fun.

Meet other community moms and their little ones at Westchester NY Moms' exclusive Music & Play event on Saturday at 9:30am. Join us at Kids U Pleasantville for open play in the PlayQuad and bouncy castle followed by musical entertainment with community favorite Chloe's Kids. Refreshments will be served. This event is geared towards children three and under but we will welcome older siblings who can stay in the PlayQuad area while Chloe is running the entertainment in the gym. Advance Registration is required in advance, cost is $10 per child. Click to Register.

Head to Scattered Books in Chappaqua for their Lucky Fairy Making Workshop​ on Saturday afternoon. Children will make a short fairy tale of their own then customize a lucky fairy to take home. RSVP required, email info@scatteredbooks.com.

If you have not been to the Hudson River Museum we suggest you check it out. Not only do they have a planetarium and exhibits, they also have an early explorers space and creative activities for children on Saturdays and Sundays. 

One of our go-to spots is the Saturday free craft at Lakeshore Learning in Scarsdale from 11:00am-3:00pm. It's great for toddlers and up and little planning is required. This week's craft is friendship bracelets.

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If you are looking to be entertained, buy tickets to see the Random Farms Kids' Theatre perform The Wizard of Oz at Tarrytown Music Hall on Friday and Saturday. 
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In The Heights continues at the WPPAC through Sunday.

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For more indoor fun ideas, like play spaces, check out what our moms recommend on our Indoor Fun List.

Fairs & Festivals

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The New York Renaissance Faire starts this weekend and runs through October 2nd. Enter the world of 16th Century England and enjoy themed games, rides, arts, crafts, food, music and dance. Dress in costume and be part of the experience! The Faire is located in Tuxedo Park, NY. For Opening Day, Saturday, August 6th, there will be a "First Lance Ceremony" at 2:30pm in which Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth will make the first lance break on the new joust field. Post a pic and use hashtag #FirstLanceNYRF on their Facebook page for a chance to win prizes.

Experience it all at the Hudson Valley Expo in Peekskill on Saturday! Take your little ones to the interactive Kidz Zone for fun with art, science, animals, history and more. Indulge in food from fantastic food trucks and delicious drinks (wine and craft beers, check!). Ride on a kayak, check out the craft fair, learn from health and wellness experts and enjoy a music festival (spoiler alert: Rock of Ages original Broadway cast will be performing!).

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The Putnam County Wine & Food Fest is on Saturday and Sunday in Patterson, NY. Arts and crafts, exhibits and more will entertain kids and adults.

Also on Saturday, enjoy music, a bounce house, sports, swimming and more at the North Elmsford Community and Friends Day.

This week at the Riverwalk Children’s Event Series, learn about chemistry and physics through a fun science show with Mad Science. Saturday in Yonkers.

Family Fun Day at Saxon Woods Pool in White Plains has been moved to Sunday. Enjoy DJ music, dancing, giveaways and games. Westchester residency is required.

Culture

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Experience authentic Native American culture at The Bear Mountain Pow Wow on Saturday and Sunday. The event includes a tipi rising, authentic food, artists, educators, singers, dancers, performances, and jewelry. Interact with representatives from tribes of the Lakota, Navajo, Mohawk, Seneca, Cherokee, Aztec, Mayan, Samoan, Hawaiian and many more.
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Ossining Sankofa Homecoming runs all weekend, The event is a celebration of African-American history and heritage in the  Hudson River village. Many prior residents return for the weekend-long event to reconnect with neighbors.

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​On Sunday, head over to the Kensico Dam for the Heritage of India Cultural Celebration. Entertainment includes a fashion show, Indian Folk Dance, traditional Rangoli art and yoga.  Enjoy Indian cuisine, shopping, Mehendi (Henna) , bridal makeup and more.

There are many more events happening this weekend, find them all on our Community Calendar. Have a great weekend!
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