Monday, June 30
Saxon Woods Park, White Plains: (914) 995-4480; Sprain Ridge Park, Yonkers: (914) 231-3450; Willson’s Woods Park, Mount Vernon: (914) 813-6990; Tibbetts Brook Park, Yonkers: (914) 231-2870
Pools are Open, 11 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Daily through Sept. 1. Weather permitting. No admittance after 6 p.m. Admission fees apply; parking fees apply at Tibbetts. Westchester County residency is required for admission, with a County Park Pass, a valid New York State driver’s license or a valid New York State ID with a Westchester County address.
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Glen Island Park, New Rochelle: (914) 813-6720
Beach Is Open, 11 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Daily through Monday, Sept. 1; 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 New York State driver’s license or a valid New York State ID with a Westchester County address.
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Playland, Rye: (914) 813-7010
Beach and Pool are Open, 11 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Daily through Monday, Sept. 1; weather permitting. No admittance after 6 p.m. Parking and beach admission fees apply.
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Tuesday, July 1
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.
Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla: (914) 231-4033
Zumba, 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Get in shape while having fun by taking this group exercise class led by instructors Steve and Annia Jones that blends rhythmic Latin music with high-intensity cardio dance moves. Free admission and parking. Also: July 15, 22, 29; Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Sept. 2, 9, 16 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
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Wednesday, July 2
Lasdon Park, Arboretum and Veterans Memorial, Katonah: (914) 864-7268
“The American Civil War: A War of Firsts,” 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
The free exhibit with interactive displays explores the significant innovations in warfare, medicine, weaponry, transportation and other vital advancements that emerged during the Civil War. Wednesdays through Sundays in 2025.
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Playland Amusement Park, Rye: (914) 813-7010
Playland Amusement Park Is Open, noon - 9 p.m.
Several rides in Kiddyland and in the big park are open. DJ and strolling entertainment will be throughout the park. Refreshments will be available for purchase at food stands and from local food trucks. Free admission; $15 rides all-day wristband; $10 parking. Also: July 3, 4, 5 and 6.
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Thursday, July 3
Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center, Yorktown Heights: (914) 862-5050
Farm to Fable, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Ages 3 through 6 explore the whimsy of the world around them by combining storytelling with hands-on activities on the farm straight from the tale. This event takes place indoors. Also: July 10, 17, 24, 31; Aug. 7, 14, 28; Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25; Oct. 2.
Registration required
Hilltop Hanover Farm & Environmental Center, Yorktown Heights: (914) 862-5050
Farm Stand, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
The stand is open Thursdays through Sundays through Thanksgiving. To contact the farm stand, call (914) 862-5034 when it’s open, or email .
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Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla: (914) 231-4033
Music Fest and Fireworks, 5 p.m. - 11 p.m.
The entertainment from a DJ starts at 5 p.m., the Naked Soul Band begins at 7 p.m., and the mesmerizing fireworks light up the sky at 9 p.m. Bring chairs and blankets for seating; free admission and parking. Carpooling is suggested. The family-friendly Kids Zone at the adjacent Clove Road Field is from 6 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. It will feature a DJ, inflatables and concessions.
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Friday, July 4
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. Next: Tuesday, July 8.
Get details or call (914) 231-4539.
Croton Point Park, Croton-on-Hudson: (914) 862-5290
Beach is Open, 11 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Weekends and holidays through Monday, Sept. 1; weather permitting. No admittance after 6 p.m. Parking and beach admission fees apply. Westchester County residency is not required for admission.
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Saxon Woods Park, White Plains: (914) 995-4480
DJ Day, noon - 4 p.m.
Come for a swim and enjoy music at the pool! Participation is free; admission and parking fees apply. Westchester County residency is required; weather permitting.
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Willson’s Woods Park, Mount Vernon: (914) 813-6990
DJ Day, noon - 4 p.m.
Come for a swim and enjoy music at the pool! Participation is free; admission and parking fees apply. Westchester County residency is required; weather permitting.
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Playland Park, Rye: (914) 813-7010
Independence Day Fireworks Display, 9 p.m.
See fireworks light up the sky over Long Island Sound every Friday night, beginning with a spectacular Independence Day show on July 4, and will continue weekly through Aug. 29. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m.; weather permitting.
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Saturday, July 5
Tibbetts Brook Park, Yonkers: (914) 231-2870
AquaVida, 8:15 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Get a fantastic water workout! $15 fee for the class; free parking; for ages 13 and older; challenging/advanced class. Please show ticket upon entry at parking booth.
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Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm, Katonah: (914) 864-7282
Morning Farm Chores: For Kids, 8:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Ages 6 through 14 can help our staff feed, clean and care for our animals! $25 for a child with an adult; also: Aug. 2; Sept. 6.
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Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center, Yorktown Heights: (914) 862-5050
Tea with the Animals, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Adults and kids 6 and older can join us for a mid-morning “cuppa” while they meet and learn about the animals on the farm. Harvest and make some scrumptious treats for ourselves and the animals to enjoy together for a tea party. $15. Also: Aug. 2; Sept. 6.
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Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center, Yorktown Heights: (914) 862-5050
Old Time Music Jam, 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
This monthly gathering of local, acoustic musicians plays traditional Appalachian fiddle music. Play or listen to enjoy the community that music can create! Musicians of all levels are welcome. Also: Aug. 2; Sept. 6.
Glen Island Park, New Rochelle: (914) 813-6720
DJ Day, noon - 4 p.m.
Come for a swim and enjoy music at the beach! Participation is free; admission and parking fees apply. Westchester County residency is required; weather permitting.
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Sprain Ridge Park, 149 Jackson Ave., Yonkers: (914) 231-3450
Family Fun Day, noon - 4 p.m.
Join us for a day with 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: July 6.
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Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm, Katonah: (914) 864-7282
Art Exhibit: Color Touches the Soul, noon - 4 p.m.
This is a lyrical invitation into the emotional world of Westchester resident Gabriel Ceslov. It suggests beauty, vulnerability and the moving resonance of abstraction. Weekends throughout July.
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Lasdon Park, Arboretum and Veterans Memorial, Katonah: (914) 864-7268
Lasdon Green Squad, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Every Saturday from April to November join the Lasdon Green Squad to keep Lasdon, Westchester’s Public Garden looking beautiful. Volunteers will work with Lasdon staff on tasks such as invasive species removal, planting, watering, weeding, trail maintenance, mulching, trash clean up, and other tasks. Ages 14 and older.
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Sunday, July 6
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm, Somers: (914) 864-7282
Farmers Market, 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
The market supports farmers and sustainable efforts in our area, featuring over 30 local vendors every Sunday until Nov. 16.
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Lasdon Park, Arboretum and Veterans Museum, Katonah: (914) 864-7263
Gardening Sundays and Tuesdays, Weekly, 10 a.m. - noon
Enhance your gardening skills and plant knowledge by working side by side with the gardeners at Lasdon Park. Tasks include planting, watering, weeding, pruning, staking, deadheading, potting up, and more! Next: July 8.
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Lasdon Park, Arboretum and Veterans Museum, Katonah: (914) 864-7263
Curator’s Tour of the Veterans Museum, 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Curator Mark Tolf leads a special guided tour of the Veterans Museum’s exhibition “The American Civil War: A War of Firsts.” Free.
Registration required
Lasdon Park, Arboretum and Veterans Museum, Katonah: (914) 864-7263
Summer Garden Tour, 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Join the head gardener for a free stroll around the gardens to see what’s in bloom at Lasdon during the hot summer months. Also: July 20; Aug. 3, 17.
Registration required
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm, Katonah: (914) 864-7282
Animal Interactions, 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Enter one of Muscoot Farm’s enclosures, where you will see, touch and learn more about one of our animals! For those age 8 and older (adult supervision required). $25 for child and adult. Also: Aug. 10; Sept. 21.
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