Monday, July 29
Tibbetts Brook Park, Yonkers: (914) 231-2870
Saxon Woods Park, White Plains: (914) 995-4480
Sprain Ridge Park, Yonkers: (914) 231-3450
Willson’s Woods Park, Mount Vernon: (914) 813-6990
Pools Are Open, 11 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Daily through Sept. 2. Weather permitting. No admittance after 6 p.m. Parking and pool fees apply. Westchester residency is required.
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Glen Island Park, New Rochelle: (914) 813-6720
Beach Is Open, 11 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Daily through Sept. 2; weather permitting; no admittance after 6 p.m.; parking and beach admission fees apply. Westchester County residency is required for admission, with a County Park Pass, a valid NYS driver’s license or a valid NYS ID with a Westchester County address.
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Tuesday, July 30
The Westchester in White Plains
Mall Walk, 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Tuesdays and Fridays weekly. Go at your own pace or get motivated by joining an inspiring group of people who’ve grown the program into a small community.
Get details or call (914) 231-4539.
Lasdon Park and Arboretum, Katonah: (914) 864-7268
Gardening Tuesdays, 10 a.m. - noon
Enhance your gardening skills and plant knowledge by working side by side with the gardeners at Lasdon Park every Tuesday through Nov. 26.
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Lenoir Preserve, Yonkers: (914) 968-5851
Park and Read, 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Ages 3 to 6 can discover the joy of reading in picturesque Lenoir with our captivating read-aloud program. At the fire circle. Also: Aug. 6, 13.
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Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla: (914) 231-4033
Outdoor Zumba Class, 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Free. Dance the night away! Led by instructors Steve and Annia Jones, you’ll sweat, move and have fun while getting in a great workout! Free admission and parking. Also: Aug. 13, 27.
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Wednesday, July 31
Saxon Woods Park, White Plains: (914) 995-4480
Park and Read, 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Ages 3 to 6 can discover the joy of reading in picturesque Saxon Woods with our captivating read-aloud program. At the grass area adjacent to the playground; in the pavilion in inclement weather. Also: Aug. 7, 14.
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Croton Point Park, Croton-on-Hudson: (914) 862-5290
Beach Is Open, 11 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
The beach is open Wednesdays through Sundays through Monday, Sept. 2; weather permitting; no admittance after 6 p.m.; parking and beach admission fees apply. Westchester residency is not required.
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Thursday, Aug. 1
Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center, Yorktown Heights: (914) 862-5050
Farm-to-Fable, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Ages 3 to 6 will explore the whimsy of the world around them by combining storytelling with hands-on activities on the farm straight from the tale! Registration for this class is required online, and you can pay what you want! Also: Aug. 15, 29; Sept. 12, 26.
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Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center, Yorktown Heights: (914) 862-5050
Farm Stand, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
The stand is open Thursdays through Sundays. Discover the seasonal availability of produce in our region. We offer a 50 percent discount on eligible items for customers paying with SNAP benefits.
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Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla: (914) 231-4033
Park and Read, 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Ages 3 to 6 can discover the joy of reading in picturesque Kensico with our captivating read-aloud program. At the grass area outside the office. Also: Aug. 8, 15.
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Friday, Aug. 2
The Westchester in White Plains
Mall Walk, 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Tuesdays and Fridays weekly. Go at your own pace or get motivated by joining an inspiring group of people who’ve grown the program into a small community.
Get details call (914) 231-4539.
Saturday, Aug. 3
Merestead Estate, Mount Kisco: (914) 864-7958
Naturalist’s Choice Hike, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Join a Westchester County Parks naturalist for a leisurely stroll through the forests and meadows of Merestead. Participants will learn about nature while enjoying the beautiful scenery. Meet at the carriage house.
Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center, Yorktown Heights: (914) 862-5050
Tastings in the Field, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Journey with us in our field to note the similarities and differences within the family, genus and species of one of our crops through taste. Also: Aug. 17.
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Lasdon Park and Arboretum, Katonah: (914) 864-7268
Lasdon Green Squad, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Every Saturday through November.
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Lasdon Park and Arboretum, Katonah: (914) 864-7268
Patterns In Nature Exhibition, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Explore the mesmerizing tapestry of patterns that can be found everywhere in this interactive exhibit and flower show. Saturdays and Sundays until Aug. 31.
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Glen Island Park, New Rochelle: (914) 813-6720
Family Fun Day and Sand Art Competition, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
The festivities include music, games and more for the whole family. Participation is free; admission and parking fees apply. Westchester County residency is required; weather permitting. Rain date: Aug. 4. Pre-registration required for Sand Art Competition.
Get details and/or pre-register for Sand Art Competition
Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center, Yorktown Heights: (914) 862-5050
Old Time Music Jam, 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
The Jam is a monthly gathering of local, acoustic musicians who play traditional Appalachian fiddle music. Come to play or to just listen and enjoy the community music can create! Musicians of all levels are welcome. Also: Sept. 7.
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Sunday, Aug. 4
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm, Somers: (914) 864-7282
Farmers Market, 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Our market, which supports farmers and sustainable efforts in our area, features more than 25 local vendors every Sunday until Nov. 17.
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Lasdon Park and Arboretum, Katonah: (914) 864-7268
Gardening Sundays, 10 a.m. - noon
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Lasdon Park and Arboretum, Katonah: (914) 864-7268
Summer Garden Highlights, 11 a.m. - noon
Tour Lasdon with one of the gardeners to see what’s flowering this time of year. Meet at the kiosk entrance. Free. No registration is necessary. Rain or shine. Also: Aug. 18.
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Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla: (914) 231-4033
Heritage of India Festival, noon - 6 p.m.
Admission and parking are free.
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