- Westchester Weekly
- Posts
- This week: the opera, early holiday events, and more
This week: the opera, early holiday events, and more
Music, markets, and magical moments to warm up your weekend in Westchester
Welcome to Issue #31 of the Westchester Weekly! Mid-November has arrived, and while the air’s getting brisk, Westchester’s weekend lineup is just heating up. From the Taconic Opera’s soaring performances in Tarrytown to the Cosmic Disco lighting up Dobbs Ferry, creativity and connection are the themes of the week. Art lovers can browse Land Translated in Larchmont or the Ground Glass Photography Exhibit in Katonah, while music fans can catch David Amram @ 95 or unwind with live jazz from Alexa Torres Skilicorn and Branford Marsalis.
Families can dive into fall fun, too! Wander through Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail in the Bronx, explore trains and crafts at the Holiday Market & Train Show in Scarsdale, or sip tea with dinos at the Dinosaur Tea Party in Garnerville.
🍁 In this issue:
🎨 Art Exhibits, Photography & Opera Highlights
🎶 Jazz Legends, Live Quartets & Disco Nights
🎭 Theater, Poetry & Creative Performances
🚂 Holiday Trains, Light Trails & Family Workshops
🦕 Fall Fests, Beading Crafts & Dino Tea Parties
🏡 Real Estate Deal of the Week 🏡
Just listed in White Plains!
This beauty blends historic charm with modern comfort! Originally converted from a barn in the early 1900s, it now offers a dramatic double-height living room, a roomy two-level deck overlooking a wood-lot backyard, and an oversized detached garage that’s ideal for tinkering or storage. Set on nearly half an acre in a convenient Westchester neighborhood, there’s space for family living, entertaining, or even multi-generational flexibility!
5 Beds
2 Full Baths
2,739 sq ft
Lot size: 0.5 acres
Asking Price: $1,199,000
View the full listing here.
🧺 Family-Friendly Fun
A wonderland of moonlit magic awaits as Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail returns to New York Botanical Garden!
🎃 Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail
New York Botanical Garden | Bronx | Until Nov 30 | More
Step into Jack Skellington’s world of twinkling lights, eerie magic, and holiday mischief. A dazzling experience for all ages that brings Halloween and Christmas together in perfect, spooky harmony.
🚂 Holiday Market & Train Show
Greenburgh Nature Center | Scarsdale | Nov 15-16 | More
All aboard for the start of the holiday season! Explore a festive market, watch model trains zip through miniature winter wonderlands, and pick up some early gifts from local makers.
🍂 Fall Fest Big Weekend
Westchester Children’s Museum | Rye | Nov 15 | More
Celebrate the best of autumn with hands-on crafts, pumpkin play, and family fun by the water. A perfect sendoff to sweater season at one of the county’s most beloved spots.
🏃♂️ Rising NYRR at the NYRR Cross Country Series
Van Cortlandt Park | Bronx | Nov 16 | More
Lace up those sneakers! Young runners hit the trails for a day of energy, encouragement, and fresh air in one of NYC’s most iconic parks.
🦕 Dinosaur Tea Party
Haverstraw King’s Daughters Public Library | Garnerville | Nov 16 | More
Roar, sip, and snack! Little paleontologists can enjoy a dino-themed tea party complete with crafts, treats, and prehistoric fun.
💎 Native American Beading Workshop for Families
Hudson River Museum | Yonkers | Nov 16 | More
Learn the artistry and heritage behind traditional beading techniques in this hands-on cultural workshop – a beautiful, meaningful experience for families to share together.
Together with Wonderland Holiday Lights!
Westchester Homeowners Save $150 on Holiday Lights
✨ Picture this: you pull into your driveway this December and your home is glowing with a perfect holiday display — without every touching a ladder.
Locally-owned Wonderland Holiday Lights makes it effortless. From custom design mockups to professional, white-glove installation, take-down, and climate-controlled off-season storage, Wonderland handles every detail so your holidays stay stress-free.
Plus, you’ll enjoy our Stay-Lit Guarantee (outages fixed in 48 hours or your money back), a complimentary timer, and professional dusk photos of your finished lights.
Spots are limited, and the best dates go fast.
Book your design consult today and let your home shine all season long while you cross one more thing off your to-do list.
🍻 Activities for Adults
Celebrate David Amram's 95th birthday at the Jazz Forum – complete with a full concert of some of his most iconic performances and numbers!
🎨 Land Translated: A Group Exhibition
The Idea Kitchen | Larchmont | Nov 13-14 | More
Explore how local artists transform landscapes into color, movement, and emotion. This exhibit blurs the line between nature and imagination – and makes you see Westchester’s scenery in a whole new light.
🎷 David Amram @ 95
Jazz Forum | Tarrytown | Nov 14-15 | More
Celebrate a living legend! Composer, conductor, and multi-instrumentalist David Amram turns 95 – and he’s still jamming with the energy of a twenty-something. Expect stories, soul, and spontaneous magic.
🎭 Aphasia
Paramount Hudson Valley Theater | Peekskill | Nov 14-16 | More
This acclaimed play dives deep into love, loss, and the power of human connection. Equal parts haunting and hopeful – it’s theater that sticks with you long after the curtain falls.
🛍️ Annual Holiday Show
Bethany Arts Community | Ossining | Nov 15-16 | More
Shop local and support artisans as you explore pottery, jewelry, and handmade gifts galore. A festive, creative warm-up to holiday season joy.
🎶 Taconic Opera
Tarrytown Music Hall | Tarrytown | Nov 15-16 | More
Grand voices, passionate performances, and timeless drama – Taconic Opera brings the classics to life right here in Westchester!
🪩 FREE Yelp Community Event: A Night at the Cosmic Disco
HudCo | Dobbs Ferry | Nov 14 | More
Slip into something sparkly and dance the night away under a galaxy of disco lights. A free, far-out Friday you won’t forget.
🎷 The Branford Marsalis Quartet
Performing Arts Center | Purchase | Nov 14 | More
Jazz royalty lands in Purchase for one electrifying night. Saxophonist Branford Marsalis and his world-class quartet deliver rhythm, improvisation, and pure musical brilliance.
📸 The Ground Glass – Photography Exhibit & Reception
Katonah Museum of Art | Katonah | Nov 15 | More
Step into a gallery of local perspectives and powerful imagery – meet the artists, sip a drink, and get inspired.
🇺🇸 The Peekskill Elks’ Veterans’ Brunch
Peekskill Elks Lodge | Peekskill | Nov 15 | More
Good food, warm company, and heartfelt appreciation. Join the Elks for a community brunch honoring our veterans – all veterans are welcome and eat for free.
🎤 Westchester Songwriters’ Circle: Fall 2025 Show
Bethany Arts Community | Ossining | Nov 15 | More
An intimate evening of storytelling through song, featuring homegrown musicians sharing the heart and soul of Westchester.
🦃 Thanksgiving Cook n’ Share
Hilltop Hanover Farm | Yorktown | Nov 15 | More
A community kitchen full of warmth, laughter, and good smells. Bring your favorite recipe or just your appetite — and leave with a full heart.
😂 Westchester Comedy Club
Tre Angelina | White Plains | Nov 15 | More
Westchester’s funniest night out — grab a drink, settle in, and get ready for big laughs and sharp punchlines.
📜 Washington & Jefferson: A Revolutionary Friendship
St. Paul’s Church National Historic Site | Mount Vernon | Nov 15 | More
History buffs, this one’s for you — uncover the enduring friendship that helped shape a nation, right inside a Revolutionary landmark.
🎶 Alexa Torres Skilicorn Quartet
Jazz Forum | Tarrytown | Nov 16 | More
A soulful Sunday set from a rising jazz talent — smooth, intimate, and the perfect end to your weekend.
📚 A Poetry Reading w/ Carlie Hoffman, Keetje Kuipers, & Lauren K. Watel
Hudson Valley Writers Center | Sleepy Hollow | Nov 16 | More
Three acclaimed poets take the stage for a night of stunning language and lyrical emotion. Literary magic in Sleepy Hollow.
🚗 Westchester Cars & Coffee
HQ Auto Vault | Peekskill | Nov 16 | More
Fuel your Sunday morning with engines, espresso, and a crowd of fellow car enthusiasts down by the Hudson.
🌾 Harvest Hues
Wave Hill | Bronx | Nov 16 | More
Immerse yourself in fall’s final burst of color — hands-on art, crisp air, and creative inspiration surrounded by golden leaves.
🎻 CreArt Box in Concert
Philipse Manor Hall | Yonkers | Nov 16 | More
A multimedia performance blending live classical music with cinematic visuals — elegant, bold, and utterly mesmerizing.
🌡️ Weather Report
☀️ Weekend Weather at a Glance
Friday (Nov 14): ☀️ Mostly sunny – High 50°F / Low 38°F – Bright but chilly; a warm jacket and maybe a scarf are great picks for the evening!
Saturday (Nov 15): ⛅ Increasing clouds with possible late sprinkles – High 54°F / Low 34°F – Mild midday, cooler as evening sets in; keep a light umbrella handy.
Sunday (Nov 16): 🌧️ Sprinkles likely, mostly cloudy – High 60°F / Low 42°F – A damp finish to the weekend; ideal for indoor-friendly plans or a flexible outdoor schedule!
Thanks for reading!
If you know of anything interesting going on in Westchester, reply to this email and let us know.
— Ethan & The Westchester Weekly team
How did you like this week's newsletter? |