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South Salem Arts Center Presents 'Putnam County Spelling Bee' South Salem Arts Center Presents 'Putnam County Spelling Bee'
South Salem Arts Center Presents 'Putnam County Spelling Bee' SOUTH SALEM, N.Y. -- The Spring Street Arts Center at St. John's Church in South Salem will present a production of “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” performed by the Infinity Repertory Theatre Company on Friday and Saturdays, Jan. 13, 14, 20 and 21. The musical comedy has charmed audiences across the country with its effortless wit and humor, according to a release from the Spring Street Arts Center.  An eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives, the tweens…

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by Ken Davis
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Gun, Knife Show Will Return To Westchester County Center Gun, Knife Show Will Return To Westchester County Center
Gun, Knife Show Will Return To Westchester County Center WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- After a seven-year hiatus, gun shows are returning to the Westchester County Center in White Plains.  NorthEast Gun Shows and Westchester Collectors announced a two-day firearm and knife show/sale at the County Center for Jan. 21-22, the weekend after Inauguration Day. More details can be found by clicking here. After a gunman murdered 20 children and six teachers at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn., in November 2012, County Executive Rob Astorino canceled a show scheduled for February 2013 at County Center. There hasn't been one since. More than 3,600 p…

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by Jon Craig
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Hike, Art, Brunch Offered In Lewisboro '1st Day' Celebration Hike, Art, Brunch Offered In Lewisboro '1st Day' Celebration
Hike, Art, Brunch Offered In Lewisboro '1st Day' Celebration LEWISBORO, N.Y. -- A hike, special brunch offer at a local inn and art gallery reception are in store for Lewisboro's "1st Day Celebration" to welcome 2017 Sunday, Jan. 1. The Leon Levy Preserve, Route 123, south of Route 35, is from 11 a.m. to noon. No reservations are needed. Brunch The Horse & Hound in South Salem in South Salem is offering a Special First Day Brunch from 1 to 3:30 p.m.($15 per person, $10 children. Let Laura Stone at parks@lewisborogov.com how many will attend.Attention Lewisboro Artists Call to artists Painters, sculptors, and drawers for the celebrati…

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by Donna Christopher
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Blood Drive At Putnam Hospital Fill Critical Need For Holidays Blood Drive At Putnam Hospital Fill Critical Need For Holidays
Blood Drive At Putnam Hospital Fill Critical Need For Holidays CARMEL, N.Y. --  Blood donations become critically low in December when supplies are down due to holidays, weather, illness and school vacations, according to the American Red Cross.  In order to fill the gap, Putnam Hospital Center will run a blood drive Thursday, Dec. 22 for the public and employees of the hospital. In the New York-Penn blood services region, the Red Cross needs to collect approximately 1,000 units of blood each day to meet the needs of patients. A commemorative Red Cross long-sleeved T-shirt will be provided to donors while supplies last. For appointments, call 1-800-7…

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by Donna Christopher
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Two Westchester Institutions Come Together For Wreck The Halls Bash Two Westchester Institutions Come Together For Wreck The Halls Bash
Two Westchester Institutions Come Together For Wreck The Halls Bash ELMSFORD, N.Y. -- Forget boring dinners at relatives houses for the holidays. Kick-off the festivities in style this year at Wreck the Halls on Monday, Dec. 19, when The Cookery heads to Elmsford's Captain Lawrence Brewery to spread holiday cheer “with carnage and beer.”  The first-ever Wreck the Halls holiday bash is sure to stir up some holiday trouble when the Dobbs Ferry restaurant whips up an impressive lineup of dishes while they're rocking to live music by Rockaway Bitch, an all-female Ramones cover band, and The Fat City Rockers. A few of the dishes planned -- of course to sample wi…

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by K Reakes
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Croton Falls' Schoolhouse Theater Holds 'Gift Of The Magi' As Holiday Play Croton Falls' Schoolhouse Theater Holds 'Gift Of The Magi' As Holiday Play
Croton Falls' Schoolhouse Theater Holds 'Gift Of The Magi' As Holiday Play NORTH SALEM, N.Y. -- "The Gift of the Magi" will be performed Dec. 15 to Jan. 1 at the Schoolhouse Theater in Croton Falls. The production has surprises, including a wig worn by the character Della D'Ottavio Young, played by Sarah Bierstock, courtesy of wig maker Paul Huntley who is known for work done for Julie Harris, Elizabeth Taylor and Marlene Dietrich. The cast includes Timothy Carter, who returns as James Dillingham Young and Vince Trani, as the story teller, William Sydney Porter aka O. Henry.  Carols and cookies with audience participation in a sing along will take place…

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by Donna Christopher
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Lasdon Park In Somers Invites Public To Holidays On The Hill Lasdon Park In Somers Invites Public To Holidays On The Hill
Lasdon Park In Somers Invites Public To Holidays On The Hill SOMERS, N.Y. -- Kids of all ages will enjoy a public holiday model train display among highlights during the Holidays on the Hill event weekends through Dec. 18 at Lasdon Park, Arboretum and Veterans Memorial in Somers. “Get into the spirit of the season at Lasdon, which will be transformed into a magical destination with festive lights, seasonal music, hayrides and a grand model train setup where engines pull their cars through a landscape that includes replicas of familiar Westchester towns and landmarks,” said County Executive Rob Astorino said.  “Santa, of course, will make special visi…

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by Donna Christopher
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Fans Of All Ages Flock To Rocky Marathon At Alamo Drafthouse Fans Of All Ages Flock To Rocky Marathon At Alamo Drafthouse
Fans Of All Ages Flock To Rocky Marathon At Alamo Drafthouse YONKERS, N.Y. -- In order to sit through a 14-hour seven movie marathon of the Rocky movies, you'd need the eye of the tiger. Almost 200 people were willing to go the distance at Alamo Drafthouse's celebration of 40 years of "Rocky" Saturday.  The first film follows Rocky Balboa (Sylvester Stallone), a down on his luck fighter in Philadelphia, who unexpectedly gets a chance to face Apollo Creed for the heavyweight title. A longshot, Rocky has one goal: to go the distance. The film won Best Picture in 1976. The rest of the films follow Rocky on his Cinderella journey from the bott…

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by Sam Barron
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Pequenakonck Elementary Families Invited To Pajama Party, Movie Screening Pequenakonck Elementary Families Invited To Pajama Party, Movie Screening
Pequenakonck Elementary Families Invited To Pajama Party, Movie Screening NORTH SALEM, N.Y. -- Hey kids, pull on a pair of your favorite pj's and head for school with the family to enjoy a night of movies and popcorn when Pequenakonck Elementary presents "Elf," on Friday, Dec. 9. The holiday night of fun, sponsored by the school's Parent-Teacher Organization, will include the movie, snacks and lots of laughs. Admission is $5 per person and includes snacks. This is not a drop-off event.  The school is at 173 June Road, North Salem. 

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by K Reakes
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League Of Women Voters Event In Mount Kisco To Explore Electoral College League Of Women Voters Event In Mount Kisco To Explore Electoral College
League Of Women Voters Event In Mount Kisco To Explore Electoral College MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. – Abolish the Electoral College? The idea has received a ton of attention lately – particularly from those unhappy with the results of the presidential election. But what might result from such a move? And, what do alternative systems look like? Prof. Jeanne Zaino, Ph.D., can offer some insight. Zaino is scheduled to speak on the issue at the League of Women Voters of North East Westchester’s (LWVNEW) annual holiday luncheon at noon on Dec. 13 at La Camelia Restaurant. Zaino, who will be fielding questions at the luncheon after giving a comprehensive presentation on the …

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by James O'Rourke
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Go The Distance At Alamo Drafthouse Rocky Marathon Go The Distance At Alamo Drafthouse Rocky Marathon
Go The Distance At Alamo Drafthouse Rocky Marathon YONKERS, N.Y. -- To sit all through seven Rocky movies, you're going to need the eye of the tiger and be ready to fly high now. To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the iconic boxing franchise, the Alamo Drafthouse in Yonkers is screening all seven Rocky movies on Dec. 3, starting at 11 a.m. Six of the movies, including "Creed" will be screened in 35 mm. There will be food specials, giveaways and other surprises. The first 100 audience members in the door will get an exclusive screen printed poster made just for the event.  The first film follows Rocky Balboa (Sylvester Stallone)…

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by Sam Barron
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Bedford Turkey Trot Kicks Off On Saturday Bedford Turkey Trot Kicks Off On Saturday
Bedford Turkey Trot Kicks Off On Saturday BEDFORD, N.Y. -- The 12th-annual Bedford Turkey Trot, a mainstay race in Bedford Village, will be held on Saturday morning. The race kicks off at 9 a.m. on Court Road, which is in front of Bedford Village Elementary school. It will end at Bedford Village Memorial Park.  The race is 3.1 miles, which means that it is a 5K. Registration is scheduled to take place at the park at 7:45 a.m., with a check-in deadline of 8:30 a.m. for all runners. This year's Turkey Trot reports having 475 entires.

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by Tom Auchterlonie