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Friday.............................June 30 LASDON PARK route 35 somers 914.864.7268 noon From noon to 2 p.m. each week, visitors can bring their own lunch and enjoy the sounds of the Kevin Callaghan Trio, the ABCs of Jazz and the Riley Bandy Jazz Group as they perform classic jazz favorites on alternate Fridays on the patio of the Lasdon gift shop. A limited number of tables are available on the patio, or visitors can bring a blanket for seating on the lawn and enjoy a spectacular view of the Muscoot Reservoir. Saturday.............................July 1 BRUCE MUSEUM one museum drive greenwich 203.869.0963 10am. $7 adults/$6 seniors The Bruce Museum gives added meaning to the "dog days of summer" with a new exhibition exploring the world of canines. The Nature of Dogs is a family-friendly exhibition that delves into the evolution of dogs and their connection to human society. WESTMORELAND SANCTUARY 260 chestnut ridge rd. bedford corners 914.666.8448 noon Haven't been to the kettle lately? You've never been to the kettle? Well, now is the time. Meet in the museum, and we'll set out to explore Cole Kettle for the afternoon. Be prepared for a long walk. TEATOWN LAKE RESERVATION 1600 spring valley rd. ossining 914.762.2912 x110 1pm. $5 Be part of Teatown's Saturday Habitat Adventures that explores animals and plants unique to different locations. Some programs involve hiking distances over moderate terrain. Take a walk through Griffin Swamp searching for frogs, dragonflies, birds and turtles that thrive in a wetland habitat. Tuesday..............................July 4 VAN CORTLANDT MANOR south riverside ave. croton-on-hudson 914.271.8981 10am. Independence Day 1806 at Van Cortlandt Manor. Festivities begin with the roar of the cannon, and a reading of the Declaration of Independence. Everyone joins the Independence Day Parade through the manor along with its costumed residents. Stirring patriotic speeches and songs follow the parade, and military re-enactors invite one and all to drill and muster. Children and adults can experience military camp life through hands-on activities. Food and beverages are available, or visitors can bring a picnic lunch. WASHINGTON IRVING'S SUNNYSIDE w. sunnyside lane tarrytown 914.591.8763 10am. Independence Day 1856 at Washington Irving's Sunnyside. Plan for a full day of live entertainment including dramatic presentations, rousing speeches, period music, and traditional country dancing for everyone. Play "Town Ball" (19th-century baseball) with costumed guides. Enjoy house tours and ice cream demonstrations throughout the day. Bring a picnic or buy food in the Courtyard Cafe. PERMART AVE. peekskill 914.879.2374 10am. The annual Peekskill Fire Department July 4th Parade will be held at 10 am. The Parade route travels from Permart Avenue to Highland Avenue, North Division Street, South Street, Washington Street and Requa Street-ending at entrance of Depew Park on Union Ave. ST. PAUL'S CHURCH NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE 897 s. columbus ave mt. vernon 914.667.4116 10:30am. free A traditional July 4th celebration featuring music, speeches, refreshments, reading of the Declaration of Independence, and tolling of the historic St. Paul's church bell-13 times. STEVENS CHURCH rte. 123 at shady lane south salem 914.273.4667 9am. $6 Fouteenth annual antiques in the churchyard. About 120 dealers under tents. All-you-can-eat country breakfast and BBQ lunch. Great day in the country. Fabulous dealers from 18 states. Ampersand..............................& THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART 1000 fifth avenue nyc 212.535.7710/metmuseum.org 12pm-closing/Tues.-Sun. $15/adults/ $10/senior/students suggested admission Betty Woodman is celebrated for her contribution to contemporary ceramic sculpture and for the interrelationship between ceramics, sculpture, and painting in her work. Thru July 30. |
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Attention Readers The new calendar, daytripper/nightowl, is a new part of the new North County News Lifestyles. daytripper features daytime activities such as gallery/exhibit openings, nature programs, kid-friendly fare, festivals, etc. nightowl is the new home for evening happenings such as film screenings, live performances, the latest area hotspots and more. Submission Guidelines: |
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