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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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Yorktown Celebrates 175th Anniversary Of Old Croton Dam, Aqueduct Yorktown Celebrates 175th Anniversary Of Old Croton Dam, Aqueduct
Yorktown Celebrates 175th Anniversary Of Old Croton Dam, Aqueduct YORKTOWN, N.Y. --Water first flowed from the Old Croton Dam and Aqueduct to New York City on July 4, 1842. To celebrate its 175th anniversary, Hilltop Hanover is hosting four presentations and a ceremony commemorating the Old Croton Dam and Aqueduct and the contributions of the people who helped build the Croton Water System. Bob Giordano, who helped plan the event, said he has been studying the water system for 25 years. He had the good fortune of being neighbors with Bob Waterhouse, who worked for the Department of Environmental Protection for 40 years and will be one of the presenters.  …

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by Sam Barron
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Spotted In Katonah: Cross River's Jeffrey Tambor Signing Books Spotted In Katonah: Cross River's Jeffrey Tambor Signing Books
Spotted In Katonah: Cross River's Jeffrey Tambor Signing Books KATONAH, N.Y. -- Cross River resident -- and Emmy-award winning Actor Jeffrey Tambor has written a memoir -- and stopped by Little Joe's Books in Katonah to sign some copies. "Are You Anybody?" is a deeply personal story which leads readers through a difficult childhood, past personal demons, and through to Tambor's years as a stage and screen actor. The Westchester resident in fact, was recently nominated for his third Emmy for his role on Amazon's "Transparent" on Thursday, July 15. Little Joe's, is all about community and celebrating local authors. For summer, the sto…

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by Jeanne Muchnick
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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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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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Somers High School Set For Commencement Ceremonies Somers High School Set For Commencement Ceremonies
Somers High School Set For Commencement Ceremonies Congratulations senior class of 2017, your day is almost here. Throughout June, high schools across Northern 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. Briarcliff High School is hosting its graduation at 7 p.m. on Friday, June 16 at Pace University. Byram Hills High School is hosting its graduation at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, June 20 at SUNY Purchase. Fox Lane High School is hosting its graduation at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 20 at Caramoor.  Hendrick Hudson High School is hosting i…

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by Sam Barron
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Dr. Napolitano Being Honored At Annual Yorktown Community Day Dr. Napolitano Being Honored At Annual Yorktown Community Day
Dr. Napolitano Being Honored At Annual Yorktown Community Day YORKTOWN, N.Y. -- It's a day to celebrate Yorktown.The Town of Yorktown is hosting the 28th annual Yorktown Community Day on June 17 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Jefferson Valley Mall.  This year's event will honor Dr. Ralph Napolitano, who is retiring after 11 years Superintendent of the Yorktown School District with a farewell ceremony. "It has been an honor and a joy to serve the children and parents of Yorktown Central School District”, said Dr. Napolitano. “Eleven years ago when I was hired to be Superintendent here, I promised the Board and Community that I would love and take c…

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Joan Lunden Discussing Breast Cancer Battle In Northern Westchester Joan Lunden Discussing Breast Cancer Battle In Northern Westchester
Joan Lunden Discussing Breast Cancer Battle In Northern Westchester Joan Lunden's tale of survival will be heard firsthand in Armonk. Lunden will be speaking at Congregation B'nai Yisrael in Armonk to talk about her new book, "Had I Known: A Memoir of Survival," on Friday, June 9 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. In June 2014, Lunden, who anchored "Good Morning America" for 17 years, was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer, which required chemotherapy, surgery, and radiation. Lunden responded to her diagnosis with a mission to educate and inspire others about prevention, treatment, and survival.  Lunden started a video blog and a jo…

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Somers Ready For Memorial Day Celebrations Somers Ready For Memorial Day Celebrations
Somers Ready For Memorial Day Celebrations WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Westchester County residents will have plenty of events to help them honor and celebrate a veteran on Memorial Day. Monday, May 29: Bedford: The South Salem Presbyterian Church will host its 41st Annual South Salem Memorial Day Fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event, which once again features road races, children’s games, tag sale, bake sale, artist and Artisan’s gallery, vendors, food and live music throughout the day, is the centerpiece of town-wide ceremonies and celebrations, including the town parade which kicks off at 12:15 p.m., followed by a memorial cere…

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