Summer may be winding down, but there’s still plenty to do in Mount Kisco, Bedford, Bedford Hills and Pound Ridge. Here are some highlights for the final days of August, along with a look at what’s ahead in September.
Mount Kisco Public Library will celebrate the conclusion of its summer reading program with a STEAM Fun Fair from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, in the upstairs Community Room.
The Westchester Children’s Museum will offer hands-on activity stations exploring science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics. All ages are welcome. For more information, visit mountkiscolibrary.org.
Children can explore emotions through songs, movement and storytelling during Music and Mindfulness at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 25, at Bedford Hills Free Library.
Registration is encouraged. For more information, visit bedfordhillsfreelibrary.org.
Sunny Side, a traditional jazz and swing band from New Orleans, will perform during a special edition of Redline Swing on Wednesday, Aug. 26, at the Redline Music Stage at K1, 333 N. Bedford Road, Mount Kisco.
A dance lesson begins at 7 p.m., followed by live music from 8 to 10 p.m. Admission is $18 for early-bird tickets, $22 in advance and $28 at the door. No partner or previous dance experience is required. For more information, visit srdc.online.
Bedford Hills Free Library will offer an hour of quiet time, relaxing music and calming activities for adults and seniors from 4 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26.
Registration is encouraged. Visit bedfordhillsfreelibrary.org for additional information.
Adults can bring a knitting, crocheting or needlepoint project to No Strings Attached from 3 to 5 p.m. Thursdays, Aug. 27 and Sept. 3, at Pound Ridge Library, 271 Westchester Ave.
Participants may bring their own projects or use materials provided by the library. All skill levels are welcome, and no registration is required. Participants may also learn a knitting stitch and help make scarves for veterans. For more information, visit poundridgelibrary.org.
The Bedford Hills Community House will offer a low-impact Zumba Gold class for active older adults from 12:15 to 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, at 74 Main St., Bedford Hills. Participants should enter from Church Street.
The Mount Kisco Farmers and Makers Market is open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sundays at Kirby Plaza Park near the Mount Kisco train station.
The market features fresh produce, prepared foods, local artisans, live music, wellness offerings and family activities. It continues weekly through Nov. 22. For more information, visit mkfarmersmarket.com.
“One World Many Cultures: Destinations,” an exhibit of French color pastel works by Eddie Grigg depicting 25 countries, will remain on display through Sunday, Aug. 30, at Mount Kisco Public Library.
At Pound Ridge Library, “The Ground Glass in Pound Ridge” will remain on display through Saturday, Sept. 12, in the Schaffner Room. The photography exhibit features Martin Kienzle’s “Botanicals,” Mitch Achiron’s “NYC: 1970s Street Life,” Markus Peters’ “Thresholds” and Eric Graig’s “Recent Abstractions.”
Musicians and music fans are invited to the free Legendary Tuesday Night Jam from 7 to 10 p.m. Tuesdays at the Redline Music Stage at K1, 333 N. Bedford Road, Mount Kisco.
A full backline is provided. Participants need only bring a voice, instrument and enthusiasm for music. For more information, visit risingtidemusicny.com.
Children can sing and dance along with performer Kurt Gallagher from 10:15 to 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 4, at Pound Ridge Library, 271 Westchester Ave.
Children must attend with an adult, and registration is required. Visit poundridgelibrary.org for additional information.
Bedford residents can rent fishing boats for use on local reservoirs through Oct. 31. Boats are available from dawn to dusk.
Participants must obtain a free New York City Department of Environmental Protection Access Permit, hold a valid New York State fishing license and complete the town’s boat-registration application and waiver. Rental information is available through the Town of Bedford Recreation and Parks Department.
The Bedford Police Department will hold a child-safety-seat event from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16, at Mount Kisco Honda, 650 Bedford Road, Bedford Hills.
Certified police officers will assist families with the proper installation of child-safety seats.
Bedford’s Tri-Festa will return from 3 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, at Bedford Village Memorial Park, 65 Greenwich Road.
The townwide celebration will feature food trucks, live music, a beer and wine garden, children’s games, family entertainment and community organizations. This year’s event will also include patriotic activities commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. For more information, visit bedfordny.gov.
The added Tri-Festa and car-seat listings were confirmed through the Town of Bedford’s official calendar.
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