Monday, Nov. 11
Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary, Rye: (914) 967-8720
Birding with the Audubon Society, 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Join Anne Swaim, the executive director of Saw Mill River Audubon, on a venture to observe birds that visit the Sanctuary. Meet near Playland Lake in the back of the main Playland parking lot. Then, continue to Edith Read Sanctuary. Please bring binoculars. Also: Dec. 20.
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Tuesday, Nov. 12
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 have 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 Lasdon’s gardeners every Tuesday through Nov. 26.
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Thursday, Nov. 14
Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center, Yorktown Heights: (914) 862-5050
Farm Friends, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Ages 3 to 6 will engage in an educational and enriching activity, using the farm and landscape around us! Activities will focus on farm and forest exploration and may include guided walks, crafts, cooking and more! Come prepared with weather-appropriate clothing. Also: Dec. 12.
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Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center, Yorktown Heights: (914) 862-5050
Farm Stand, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Discover the seasonal availability of produce in our region. We offer a 50 percent discount on eligible items for customers paying with SNAP benefits. The stand is open through Nov. 17 and on Nov. 22 and 29.
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Friday, Nov. 15
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 have expanded the program into a small community.
Get details or call (914) 231-4539.
Westchester County Center, White Plains: (914) 995-4050
The New York Blood and Ink Tattoo and Horror Convention, 3 p.m. - 11 p.m.
It features hundreds of tattoo artists from around the world, piercings, vendors, celebrity guests, autographs, photo-ops, performances, panels, a Miss Inked Pageant, daily tattoo contests and more. Also: Nov. 16, 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Nov. 17, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
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Saturday, Nov. 16
Lasdon Park and Arboretum, Katonah: (914) 864-7268
The History and Highlights of Lasdon, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Tour the William and Mildred Memorial Garden, magnolia trees, lilacs, conifers and azalea garden.
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Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary, Rye: (914) 967-8720
Winter Duck Migration Observation, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Look through a tripod scope to observe the behavior and movements of these waterfowl visitors. Please bring binoculars.
Cranberry Lake Preserve, North White Plains: (914) 428-1005
Intro to Outdoor Skills, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Learn the skills necessary to set up camp, start a fire, tie useful knots and read a map. Recommended for ages 8 and up.
Merestead Estate, Mount Kisco: (914) 864-7958
Naturalist’s Choice at Merestead, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Join a County naturalist or curator on a moderate hike with some inclines to discover nature’s surprises while also learning a bit about Merestead’s beautiful grounds. Meet at the carriage house on the south side of Byram Lake Road. Foul weather will cancel the event.
Marshlands Conservancy, Rye: (914) 835-4466
Take Out the Trash!, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Help keep our salt marsh beautiful by collecting trash left by the tides. It’s a great way to have fun, get some exercise and give something back to the earth.
Lasdon Park and Arboretum, Katonah: (914) 864-7268
Holiday Wreath Decorating Workshop, 10 a.m. - noon and 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Teens and adults can celebrate the holiday season by making their own holiday wreaths. $80 per session. Limited availability.
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Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center, Yorktown Heights: (914) 862-5050
Thanksgiving Cook ’n’ Share, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Join us to cook in advance some farm-fresh Thanksgiving sides to share with a neighbor, friend or someone else who may appreciate a home-cooked meal this holiday season. Free.
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Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm, Somers: (914) 864-7282
Book Buddies, noon - 3 p.m.
Come into one of our animal enclosures and encourage your child to read in a unique atmosphere. Bring your favorite books or pick from our collection! $10 fee for a 30-minute time slot; rain or shine, so please dress appropriately. Also: Dec. 14, 28.
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Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary, Rye: (914) 967-8720
Remember Fall Shelter Building, 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
This popular program brings people together by working alongside each other to create a structure in less than two hours!
Lenoir Preserve, Yonkers: (914) 968-5851
Naturalist’s Choice Hike, 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Join our staff on a guided, 1.5-mile hike around the Preserve to learn about the park and the creatures living in it. Hiking shoes and a water bottle are recommended. Hike is steep and narrow in some places.
Marshlands Conservancy, Rye: (914) 835-4466
History of Marshlands Hike, 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Take a walk with us to learn about Marshlands’ fascinating history.
Lasdon Park and Arboretum, Katonah: (914) 864-7268
Lasdon Green Squad, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Every Saturday through Dec. 7.
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Sunday, Nov. 17
Lasdon Park and Arboretum, Katonah: (914) 864-7268
Yoga in the Gardens, 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
A gentle discovery of the amazing benefits of a yoga practice. $25 through $180. Also: Nov. 24.
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Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm, Somers: (914) 864-7282
Farmers Market, 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Today is our final 2024 farmers market, which supports farmers and sustainable efforts in our area and features more than 25 local vendors.
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Lasdon Park and Arboretum, Katonah: (914) 864-7268
Gardening Sundays, 10 a.m. - noon
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Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Cross River: (914) 864-7322
Fall Ecosystems Exploration, 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Join us for a guided hike through our changing environment to see how the life around us prepares for winter.