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Things To Do in Westchester this Weekend: Nature Fun, STEAMFest, Supercross

Learn all about insects at the Greenburgh Nature Center on Saturday, November 16. Photo courtesy of the center
Learn all about insects at the Greenburgh Nature Center on Saturday, November 16. Photo courtesy of the center
11/13/19 - By Susan Miele

All kinds of fun is coming up this weekend for Westchester and Hudson Valley kids, including multiple family-oriented shows, numerous intriguing nature programs, and, of course, ways to get in the spirit of Thanksgiving. Consider this the calm before the storm, because the holiday hullaballoo will be starting soon! 

Bring the family to work with clay, catch a sensory-friendly performance by Dan Zanes, get your American Girl doll ready for Thanksgiving, learn about creepy-crawlies at Bugging Out, or explore the different stations at the annual STEAMFest.

These are just a few of our top picks for the weekend; the rest can be found below, and there are even more fun and enriching opportunities on our Event Calendar. Consult our November GoList to plan the rest of the month, and sign up for our weekly newsletters to stay current with all our great findings!

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The Rockland County Supercross Cup rides into Suffern this weekend. Photo courtesy of the event
The Rockland County Supercross Cup rides into Suffern this weekend. Photo courtesy of the event

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Rockland County Supercross Cup

Suffern
Choose to either spectate the intense adult cyclocross bicycle race (racers' challenges include determining the best way to ride up stairs and whether or not to ride or run over barriers) or sign up to participate in the kids' events (8am for ages 9-18 or 1:30pm for 3-12).  READ MORE
Go on a bug hunt at the Greenburgh Nature Center on Saturday. Photo courtesy of the center
Go on a bug hunt at the Greenburgh Nature Center on Saturday. Photo courtesy of the center

Saturday, November 16

Bugging Out

Scarsdale
Meet some interesting insects and hear about the important jobs they do for our ecosystems, such as pollination and decomposition. Explore local wildlife on a bug hunt and complete a craft that will help make our community an oasis for these cool creatures! READ MORE

STEAMFest

North Salem – FREE
At this annual STEAM celebration, enjoy Mad Science’s interactive show as well as hands-on activities that explore rockets, wind tunnels, dry ice, and more. READ MORE

American Girl Doll Thanksgiving Cornucopia

White Plains
Kids can get their American Girl doll ready for Thanksgiving by crafting a doll-size cornucopia plus flowers and foods to fill it. Stories about gratitude will also be shared. READ MORE
See The Little Engine That Could Earns Her Whistle at the Emelin Theatre in Mamaroneck on Sunday. Photo courtesy of the production
See The Little Engine That Could Earns Her Whistle at the Emelin Theatre in Mamaroneck on Sunday. Photo courtesy of the production

Sunday, November 17

The Little Engine That Could Earns Her Whistle

Mamaroneck
Based on the classic children's tale, The Little Engine That Could, this page-to-stage musical production emphasizes the power of believing in oneself and working hard. READ MORE

Turkeys Are Wild!

Larchmont
Did you know that wild turkeys can fly and swim? Why do they have that strange flap on their neck? Learn how these important birds play a role in our ecosystem, and how we can show we are thankful for the birds, critters, and plants around us. After a nature walk, think about all of the things we are thankful for in the natural world and create a gratitude placemat for Thanksgiving. READ MORE

Ready to Roll: Coil Pottery Workshop

Peekskill
Learn how to join coils of clay and build a pot to take home in this family-friendly, one-day workshop. READ MORE

Dan Zanes with Claudia Eliaza

Nyack
The Grammy-winning Dan Zanes will perform a sensory-friendly family show along with Claudia Eliaza. READ MORE
Military reenactors will commemorate the 243rd anniversary of the Battle of Fort Washington at Fort Tryon Park on Sunday. Photo courtesy of NYC Parks
Military reenactors will commemorate the 243rd anniversary of the Battle of Fort Washington at Fort Tryon Park on Sunday. Photo courtesy of NYC Parks

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247th Commemoration of the Battle of Fort Washington

Manhattan
This year marks the 247th anniversary of the Battle of Fort Washington, a key event during the Revolutionary War. Celebrate its anniversary with an afternoon-long program dedicated to the important piece of local history. READ MORE

The New York American Youth Circus Organization Festival

Queens
Youth ages 8-21 are invited to participate in a full day of circus workshops (from beginner to advanced), including trapeze, wire walking, clowning, partner acrobatics, juggling, stilt walking, unicycling, and more. Capping off the day will be a showcase featuring performances from the diverse and talented youth in attendance at the festival.  READ MORE

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