Events in Westchester County today

Spend time at Lenoir Preserve in Hastings-on-Hudson learning about the Hudson River Audubon Society while watching birds of prey glide overhead. Bring your own binoculars to get a closer look at raptors in motion.

A no-cost baby shower hosted by the Peekskill Elks welcomes expecting mothers in the community to celebrate new beginnings. Guests can receive baby items, enjoy snacks, enter raffles, and get connected with supportive local organizations. No registration is required. All offerings are free and available while supplies last.

Enjoy a casual Pokémon meetup where newcomers and veteran Trainers can learn how to play, face off in friendly games, and trade cards in a welcoming setting. Open to all ages and skill levels, with free admission.

Spend an afternoon exploring clay with family or friends during a guided handbuilding workshop led by experienced ceramic instructors. This session focuses on a Pottery Planter, starting with a demonstration, then time to shape and sculpt your own piece before finishing it with glaze. Completed projects will be fired at Clay Art Center. An adult is required to participate, and the $42 tuition covers one person. Register each adult and each child separately. Adults and children create their own individual pieces. Suitable for ages 6 and up with a parent or guardian.

Celebrate fall on the water aboard the Emerald Princess during an annual Oktoberfest cruise on the Hudson. Enjoy live German music from Bud & Linda Gramer, dancing and games with fun for families, and traditional German specialties available for purchase. A cash bar will be available, and the voyage offers scenic views of the Hudson Highlands. Oktoberfest-themed outfits are encouraged to add to the festive spirit.

Explore the potter’s wheel together in a single-session class designed for parents with kids, tweens, or teens. Guided by experienced ceramic artists, participants learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing while working at their own individual wheels. Beginners are welcome, and no prior experience is needed. Ages 10 and up attend with a parent or guardian. Materials and firing are included, and the fee is $60.

Entries are capped at 48 for a scratch singles tournament on a sport pattern. Everyone plays four games, moving to a new pair after each, and the top four advance to a stepladder final. Live brackets and standings can be followed on a mobile device. There will be plenty of side action and a 50/50 raffle. The champion receives The Anchor, a championship plaque, and first place is guaranteed $1,000 courtesy of The Law office of Matt Aqeel. The entry fee is $100.

Peter and Will Anderson present a program devoted to Benny Goodman, focusing on the American clarinet icon’s life and music. The identical twin brothers are Grammy-winning, Juilliard-trained artists praised by the New York Times for their command of clarinet and saxophone. Raised in Washington, D.C., they have led shows at the Blue Note, Jazz at Lincoln Center, and the Kennedy Center, appeared at the New Orleans Jazz Festival, performed on Garrison Keillor’s Prairie Home Companion, and contributed to the soundtrack of HBO’s Boardwalk Empire with Vince Giordano’s Nighthawks. Their stage work includes a 2014 Drama Desk nomination for the Off-Broadway production Le Jazz Hot at 59E59 Theaters, and they are recipients of a 2018 Bistro Award.

Keeley Mitchell teams up with The Burr Johnson Band for a groove-rich mix of jazz, pop and R&B favorites alongside original material. Vocalist and songwriter Keeley Mitchell, a New Yorker heard as both lead and backing singer on projects with Lenny White, Bobby Militello and Bryan Popin, brings a resume that includes repeat Jazz Jam All-Star honors at Flushing Town Hall, a recent Neon Jazz interview and performances across the tri-state area with ensembles such as the Kevin Blancq Big Band at Swing 46, the Rockland Community College Contemporary Ensemble and The Burr Johnson Band. Her latest recording, Martha’s Vineyard Keeley, is available on major streaming platforms. Guitarist Burr Johnson adds fire and range with a style that moves easily through jazz, rock and blues. He toured nationally with organ great Jack McDuff and appeared with him on radio broadcasts, and his credits include performances with Ron Carter, the Brooklyn Philharmonic, Ray Charles, B.B. King, Buddy Guy, Spyro Gyra, John Abercrombie, Rick Derringer and Larry Coryell. The Burr Johnson Band has made multiple appearances at the Montreux Jazz Festival and toured extensively in the United States and Europe. Johnson also performed with B.B. King at Montreux before headlining the Manchester Jazz Festival. Bassist, composer and arranger Charlie Dougherty brings a background that spans top New York jazz rooms and North American premieres of contemporary classical works. His music has been performed internationally, and he appeared on two nationally syndicated television specials as the conductor and musical director for PJ Rasmussen and the Boardwalk Jazz Band. He has served as assistant director of the William Paterson University Summer Jazz Camp and is currently a high school orchestra director. Rounding out the band, drummer and composer Ray LeVier channels a powerful personal journey into a prolific career. After recovering from a severe childhood accident, he built a body of work that includes collaborations with Paul Shaffer, Will Lee, Mike Stern, Randy Brecker and John Abercrombie. His album Ray’s Way reached the jazz charts’ top twenty, and he has been featured in the documentary Humanity Stoked, on the cover of Drumhead magazine and in Modern Drummer’s Up and Coming. He also composes extensively for television, contributing thousands of tracks to networks such as TLC, The History Channel and ESPN, and is the author of Drumming In Flow, which explores breathwork for mindfulness and balance.

Celebrate Columbus Day weekend with a concert in Harrison featuring an evening of live music. Special guest Dennis Dion Nardone will be on percussion, and fireworks will follow the concert.

The Deep End Band Westchester performs at North St Tavern in White Plains in celebration of Johanna’s birthday. Tables are limited and tend to sell out quickly, so reservations are recommended.

Enjoy live salsa with Tres del Solar, and El Gringo Latino will be on the decks. Admission and parking are free, with an additional lot available to the right of Enterprise. Tables are held for guests ordering dinner. For reservations, contact Audrey at (914) 439-4532.

Experience Adele’s songs in an intimate live setting as acclaimed vocalist Jennifer Cella fronts Absolute Adele. Cella spent nearly a decade touring arenas with Trans-Siberian Orchestra, has taken the stage at Madison Square Garden, has shared stages with Roger Daltrey, Joan Jett, and Greg Lake, and has been seen on Good Morning America and Live with Regis and Kelly. The program traces the work of the sixteen-time GRAMMY winner with stories, humor, and emotion connecting each number. Drawing on her theater background, Cella reveals the moments behind favorites like “Rolling in the Deep,” “Someone Like You,” “Hello,” and “Easy on Me,” inviting the audience to connect with the heartbreak and honesty in the music. A full band on stage rounds out the experience, creating a live concert centered on one of the best-selling artists of all time.

Kevin Nealon appears at Tarrytown Music Hall with the sharp wit and easygoing presence that made him a standout on Saturday Night Live from 1986 to 1995, including his memorable run behind the Weekend Update desk and an Emmy-nominated turn on the show’s writing team. Audiences know him from the acclaimed Showtime series Weeds, four seasons on the CBS comedy Man With a Plan, and his popular YouTube series Hiking with Kevin, where he chats with celebrity friends on scenic trails across the country. His film work spans fan-favorite comedies like Happy Gilmore, The Wedding Singer, Anger Management, Just Go With It, You Don’t Mess with the Zohan, Daddy Day Care, Roxanne, Joe Dirt, Eight Crazy Nights, and Grandma’s Boy. A global touring comic with two Showtime stand-up specials and a wide range of television credits, Nealon brings decades of comedy experience to the stage.

Discover fresh local flavor and creative energy at the Mt. Kisco Farmers & Makers Market. Browse farm-fresh produce, baked goods, and prepared foods, and find unique handmade goods from makers. Enjoy live music and a welcoming community vibe with family-friendly fun beneath the trees at Kirby Plaza.

A free family-friendly day features classic cars, a variety of food trucks, and a range of vendors. Live performances add to the festivities, a beer garden is available, and children can enjoy rides and crafts. There is even more to discover throughout the event.

A weekly tournament for the ONE PIECE Trading Card Game that provides a regular opportunity for competitive play.

A festive observance of Columbus Day that highlights the spirit of the holiday.

The Build & Keep LEGO event returns to TOY BOX with a twist. This edition features a smaller set and a lower ticket price for LEGO fans. The specific build will be announced, and space is limited to 30 participants.

Oktoberfest arrives at Tilly Foster Farm with an outdoor concert featuring BoStyx performing the classic hits of Boston and Styx. Expect a lively atmosphere with singalong favorites, crisp fall vibes, and beer to match the celebration. Concessions will offer food for purchase, and a bar will operate throughout the evening. Ticket options include General Admission at $30 plus tax and VIP Seating at $75 plus tax, which includes an Oktoberfest buffet. Chairs are not required in the VIP section, though bringing a personal chair is welcome if preferred. Parking in the lot is $10 per car, and drop-off is free. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs and blankets. Outside food and beverages are not allowed, and animals are not permitted on the property. This is an outdoor event that will proceed rain or shine, and all sales are final.

Enjoy a welcoming indoor walking routine at The Westchester in White Plains. The Mall Walking Club provides an all-weather way to stay active, with routes on both carpeted and tile floors. Move at a comfortable speed or draw energy from a supportive group that has grown into a small community, with plenty of chances to chat and share stories. Sign up and check in at the Parks table in the level 4 food court on Tuesdays and Fridays during the program. Admission is free for registered participants, and registered Mall Walkers receive complimentary parking on Tuesdays and Fridays when they check in each visit. For more information, call (914) 231-4539.

New Comic Book Day brings a fresh wave of weekly releases. New issues arrive each week and are available for purchase as soon as the store opens. Browse the latest titles and pick up the week's new comics while they are freshly stocked.

Community Resource Center’s Annual Gala takes place at Glen Island Harbour Club in New Rochelle, guided by the theme In the Time of Butterflies: Together We Grow. The evening emphasizes resilience, strength, and hope across the community, with the butterfly symbolizing transformation and shared progress through change. CRC’s work centers on standing with individuals and families as they meet challenges, pursue opportunity, and create brighter futures, made possible through ongoing community support. The celebration will honor MVP Health Care as the Corporate Honoree for its partnership and commitment to community health and well-being, and the Rotary Club of Larchmont as the Community Honoree for generous service that helps expand opportunities for local children and families. Tickets, sponsorships, and journal ad options are available, and participation supports CRC’s mission to provide hope, opportunity, and empowerment.

This karaoke night offers a relaxed setting where guests can take the mic or sit back and enjoy the show. Highlights include food, music, and an easygoing atmosphere that welcomes both first timers and regulars. It is a fun option for groups ready to pick a favorite song and make an evening of it.