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Westchester's Captain Lawrence Promises 'Mother Load' Of A Food Fest Westchester's Captain Lawrence Promises 'Mother Load' Of A Food Fest
Westchester's Captain Lawrence Promises 'Mother Load' Of A Food Fest ELMSFORD, N.Y. -- Like oysters? Then check out the Mother Shucker end of summer bash at Captain Lawrence Brewery in Elmsford. This is the sixth year the festival has taken place. The event is basically an ode to summer's bounty and includes copious amount of oysters, wood roasted seafood, Neapolitan pizza, and carnage supplied by Chef David DiBari of The Cookery and The Parlor in Dobbs Ferry. There will also be plenty of Captain Lawrence beer. New to the menu this year: DiBari’s signature summer cocktails, The Blushing Slush (rosé, freshly squeezed lime juice, fresh mint, fresh strawberri…

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by Jeanne Muchnick
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Westchester Set For Annual Jewish Music, Arts Festival Westchester Set For Annual Jewish Music, Arts Festival
Westchester Set For Annual Jewish Music, Arts Festival VALHALLA, N.Y. -- It's going to be a day filled with Jewish music. The 43rd Annual Westchester Jewish Music and Arts Festival will be held on Sunday, Aug. 20 from noon to 6 p.m. at the Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla. The festival is presented by The Westchester Jewish Council and The Westchester Klezmer Program in cooperation with Westchester County Parks. The event will feature a wide variety of musical performances including headliner Golem, a Klezmer rock band based in New York City.  Also performing will be Rockmitzvah, a full service live musical ensemble of rock and roll musicians.who…

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by Sam Barron
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SPCA Hoping To Clear The Shelter SPCA Hoping To Clear The Shelter
SPCA Hoping To Clear The Shelter The SPCA has more dogs and cats than usual, but are hoping a one-day event can help their animals find forever homes. The SPCA is taking part in NBC's Clear the Shelters on Saturday, Aug. 19 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at its Briarcliff location at 590 North State Road. As part of the event, many of the animal's adoption fees will be waived.  All the same rules and criteria involved in approving an adopter/adoption will be in place. "It's been a rough summer," Lisa Bonanno, director of events and communications for the SPCA, said. "We've gotten more dogs and cats than we've had i…

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by Sam Barron
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Come Hungry For 'Foodie Fridays' At Yonkers' Cross County Shopping Center Come Hungry For 'Foodie Fridays' At Yonkers' Cross County Shopping Center
Come Hungry For 'Foodie Fridays' At Yonkers' Cross County Shopping Center YONKERS, N.Y. -- Some of Westchester's most popular food trucks will be at "Foodie Friday's," a new food truck and music fest being held at Cross County Shopping Center in Yonkers. The event kicks off its three-week series Friday, Aug. 4 and features Empanada Mania, Walter’s Hot Dogs, and Abeetz Mobile Wood Fired Pizza among others. There will also be live entertainment by the popular reggae band Royal KhaoZ The festival goes from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and will be held at 8000 Mall Walk (junction of NY State Thruway and Cross County Parkway). Food trucks will be located through…

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by Jeanne Muchnick
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Songs For Seeds Of Scarsdale Plans Free Anniversary Concert Songs For Seeds Of Scarsdale Plans Free Anniversary Concert
Songs For Seeds Of Scarsdale Plans Free Anniversary Concert SCARSDALE, N.Y. -- Songs for Seeds of Scarsdale, the award-winning young children’s music program and band, will celebrate the start of its third year with a free concert Saturday, July 29 at 11 a.m. in Scarsdale's Chase Park, across from the post office. Named "Best Music Class" by New York Magazine, "Most Magical Music Class" by Red Tricycle, and Best New Music Class for Children by Westchester Magazine, Songs for Seeds hold classes, year-round, for toddlers six and under at the Scarsdale Synagogue on Ogden Road. Songs for Seeds features 45-minute classes led by a thre…

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by Daily Voice
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Hudson Valley Hot-Air Balloon Festival Returns To Dutchess Hudson Valley Hot-Air Balloon Festival Returns To Dutchess
Hudson Valley Hot-Air Balloon Festival Returns To Dutchess The Hudson Valley will be full of hot air balloons this weekend.The Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Hudson Valley Hot-Air Balloon Festival from Friday, July 7 to Sunday, July 9 with more than 80 launches between Friday and Sunday. The festival will be held at Barton Orchards at 63 Apple Tree Lane in Poughquag. Activities include a petting zoo, hayrides, food trucks and vendors, a tap room, bakery and farmer’s market, fire pits, ball toss, and live music. There will be a fireworks display on Friday and Saturday. Balloon launches will be at 6 a.m. Saturday an…

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by Sam Barron
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Looking For Fireworks? 10 Westchester Options For Pop & Patriotism Looking For Fireworks? 10 Westchester Options For Pop & Patriotism
Looking For Fireworks? 10 Westchester Options For Pop & Patriotism WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y.-- Where will you be celebrating the Fourth this year? As usual, there are a host of parades and fireworks across the county. Check your town's community or Facebook page for updates as weather can alter plans. Keep in mind this is a partial list. Feel free to add your favorites to our Facebook page or Comments. Saturday, July 1 Katonah: The "Pops, Patriots & Fireworks" show starts at 8 p.m. at Caramoor. Grab your family and friends, and get in the spirit of ’76 with classic songs from the Great American Songbook. Go to www.caramoor.org/events/pops-pa…

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by Jeanne Muchnick
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YouTube Stars To Introduce Magazine At Eastchester Barnes & Noble YouTube Stars To Introduce Magazine At Eastchester Barnes & Noble
YouTube Stars To Introduce Magazine At Eastchester Barnes & Noble EASTCHESTER, N.Y. - Several YouTube “stars” will be at Barnes & Noble in Eastchester to introduce the community to “Teen Boss” a new magazine for teenagers. Meredith Valiando, the founder of DigiTours will present her new magazine, Teen Boss, which “strives to inspire readers under the age of 15 to pursue their dreams and make money in the process” at Barnes & Noble on Sunday, June 25. The magazine will feature instructional articles, as well as goal-oriented activities to help its readers make money doing the things they love, according to Valiando. Valiando will be joined by Musi…

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by Zak Failla
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Summer Nights On The Sound Series Returns To Southern Westchester Summer Nights On The Sound Series Returns To Southern Westchester
Summer Nights On The Sound Series Returns To Southern Westchester WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. - Families looking for a fun, free event this summer in southern Westchester will be treated to several concerts as part of the “Summer Nights on the Sound” series. Beginning next month on the Fourth of July, the concert series will kick off at Harbor Island Park in Mamaroneck, where there officials have lined up “a fun and eclectic mix of entertainers for July with plenty of great music for everyone.” On Tuesday, July 4, the St. Thomas Orchestra will perform during the fire department’s 70th annual carnival. The Soundettes will kick off the event by performing the …

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by Zak Failla
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Hudson Valley Clearwater Festival 2017 Celebrates Diversity Hudson Valley Clearwater Festival 2017 Celebrates Diversity
Hudson Valley Clearwater Festival 2017 Celebrates Diversity CROTON-ON-HUDSON, N.Y. -- The lineup for this weekend's Clearwater Festival is a music lover's dream. The festival is running Saturday and Sunday at Croton Point Park in Croton-on-Hudson. It is the oldest and largest music environmental festival, started by Pete Seeger and his wife, Toshi. Arlo Guthrie headlines this year's festival. Other performers include Lake Street Drive, Los Lobos, Joan Osborne singing Bob Dylan and Josh Ritter. “With all that is going on in the country this year, it has never been more important to come together to celebrate diversity,” said Steve Lurie, Clearwater …

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by K Reakes
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Scarsdale High School Set For Commencement Ceremonies Scarsdale High School Set For Commencement Ceremonies
Scarsdale High School Set For Commencement Ceremonies Congratulations senior class of 2017, your day is almost here. Throughout June, high schools across Southern Westchester are holding their annual graduation ceremonies with the class of 2017 taking their final walk as they get ready for the next chapter in their life. Ardsley High School is hosting its graduation Wednesday, June 21 at 6 p.m. at Ardsley High School. Blind Brook High School is hosting its graduation Thursday, June 22 at 7 p.m. at Purchase Field. Bronxville High School is holding its graduation Saturday, June 17 at 6:45 p.m. at the high school. Dobbs Ferry High School is host…

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by Sam Barron
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Veterans To Highlight War Dog Memorial At Hartsdale Pet Cemetery Veterans To Highlight War Dog Memorial At Hartsdale Pet Cemetery
Veterans To Highlight War Dog Memorial At Hartsdale Pet Cemetery WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. - Veterans will be on hand this weekend at the Hartsdale Pet Cemetery, where Westchester will celebrate man’s best friend at the annual War Dog Memorial Celebration. On Sunday, military veterans who have worked alongside their canine companions in the field will be the guests of honor at the annual event, where they will speak about their experiences and relationships with military working dogs (MWDs). Marine Corps combat veteran Matthew Plumeri is scheduled to offer the keynote address, where he will discuss his “indescribable bond” with his partner, Gulliver, an 1…

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by Zak Failla