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Mostly Free & Fun Things to Do this Weekend with Westchester Kids: Tree Lighting, Music & Arts, Fundraising & More, Nov. 16 & 17
There's so much happening around Westchester this weekend, we're not sure where to begin! Ridge Hill kicks off the holiday season with their annual Tree Lighting Celebration on Saturday. Bundle up and enjoy live entertainment, treats, carolers and Santa! Also this weekend, visit the Cross County Shopping Center in Yonkers for Visits and Photos with Santa.
Not ready to for carolers just yet? No worries! Head to North Salem and learn to make an origami ornament at the Hammond Museum or stop by the Ruth Keeler Memorial Library for STEAM Fest, a celebration of science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics.
If you're feeling musical, Larchmont Music Academy is opening its doors on Saturday for Introduction to Strings. Enjoy faculty performances, learn to conduct, then try out the different instruments and even make your own string instrument to bring home!
In the mood for some outside fun? Make your way to Turkey Day at Muscoot Farm for games, crafts, cider making and fun. For more nature themed fun, go for a Fall Discovery Walk at the Greenburgh Nature Center.
Want to help get your kids into the spirit of giving? We've mentioned a few ways to get kids involved in their communities by volunteering to help other kids. If you're looking for other ways to help, consider checking out Gabi Rocks Neuroblastoma Concert & Fundraiser. The event will feature a children’s concert with a musical performance by L.I. Aardvarks’ Lisa Ammon & Friends and Zev Haber and Pretzelstein along with children’s games and activities. It’s a great way to teach the kids about giving back and helping others.
Read on for top weekend picks. If you see something interesting, click through to the event listing to view full details. Looking for more options? Check our Event Calendar for more fun happening this weekend and beyond. Also, be sure to sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up to date on all our latest info!
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Visits and Photos with Santa - Yonkers
Santa will be available at the Cross County Shopping Center for photos and visits to Santa’s Village. Each child will receive a free gift. FREE
SATURDAY
Holiday Tree Lighting at Ridge Hill - Yonkers
Ridge Hill kicks off this joyous season with the Annual Tree Lighting including holiday carolers and a handbell choir, festive treats from Frannie’s Goodie Shop and holiday giveaways. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be presiding over the tree lighting. FREE
STEAM Fest – North Salem
This celebration of science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics includes activities such as vinyl portraiture, rockets, circuitry, soldering, aerial photography, 3-D design and more. FREE
Holiday Origami – North Salem
Yoshimi Arai, the owner of Magokoro, will conduct this holiday workshop. Learn how to make an ornament out of origami to take home. $5 adults, FREE for children under 12
Introduction to Strings – Larchmont
Participants will be treated to an exploration of the violin, viola, cello, double bass, guitar, and the electric violin. The audience will learn about chamber music, jazz combos, orchestras, and will even be taught to conduct. Everyone will have the opportunity to try each instrument and even make their own string instrument to take home. FREE
Pinkalicious – Tarrytown
The popular children’s book, Pinkalicious, is brought to life at the Tarrytown Music Hall. $30
SUNDAY
Gabi Rocks Neuroblastoma Concert & Fundraiser – Mamaroneck
Have fun while giving back. This fundraising event will feature a children’s concert with musical performance by the acclaimed L.I. Aardvarks’ Lisa Ammon & Friends and Zev Haber and Pretzelstein along with children’s games and activities, a silent auction and raffle, a consumption bar featuring a “Gabitini”, and vendors that include Dove’s Chocolate, Stella and Dot, Pampered Chef, Initials and more. $10 in advance, $15 at the door
Make a Film Collage – Peekskill
Join a museum educator for a collaborative visual story telling day using collage. Each child will get the chance to create part of a stop motion film through the method of collage. $5 adults, FREE for children under 8
Turkey Day at Muscoot Farm – Katonah
Join the Muscoot 4-H Club for an afternoon of fun and learn about the turkeys that live at Muscoot. There will be games, crafts, cider making and fun. FREE
Fall Discovery Walk - Scarsdale
Join naturalist John Mancuso at the Greenburgh Nature Center as he looks for the fall happenings in the forest. Search for unique native trees and wildlife along the way. $8
BEYOND WESTCHESTER
Get your holiday cards off your to-do list early this year while having some fun at Mommy Poppins Holiday Photo Family Fun Event! Let Big Apple Portrait pros take fun pictures of your little ones with classic holiday backdrops. Also enjoy cookie decorating, holiday crafts, storytime and goody bags for every child. Added bonus? The event will raise funds for The Food Bank for NYC to help more families have happy holidays. Another great way to give back this weekend! Book your session here!
Don’t forget to check out our Event Calendar for even more fun happening throughout Westchester!
