Out & About — Oct. 9, 2026

Friday, Oct. 9

Ikebana Flower Arranging. Pound Ridge Library, 271 Westchester Ave., Pound Ridge; poundridgelibrary.org. Japanese flower arranging. Flowers will be provided. From 1 to 3 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 10

The pumpkin patch will be open, along with hayrides, live music, face painting and more at Muscoot Farm on Saturday, Oct. 10.

Pumpkin Picking. Muscoot Farm, 51 Route 100, Katonah; muscootfarm.org. The pumpkin patch will be open, along with hayrides, live music, face painting and more. From 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Katonah Fire Department Open House. Katonah Fire Department, 65 Bedford Road, Katonah; katonahfd.org. Truck rides, live demonstrations, fire education, refreshments and kid activities. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

South Salem Fire Department. Lewisboro Library, 15 Main St., South Salem; lewisborolibrary.org. Family-friendly Saturday at the library with members of the SSFD reading a firefighter-themed storytime, and then showing off their fire engine; 11 a.m.

The Especially Everyone Fall Experience. The Capitol Theatre, 149 Westchester Ave., Port Chester; thecapitoltheatre.com. A celebration of neurodiversity, live music, and connection; 7:30 p.m.

Bruce Museum Arts Festival. Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Drive, Greenwich, CT; Regional and national artists presenting paintings, drawings, sculptures, photography, printmaking and mixed media. artist demonstrations, art activities, food and more. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Also Sunday, Oct. 11.

“What’s It Like For You To Be An American?” Chroma Fine Art Gallery, 194 Katonah Ave., Katonah; chromafineartgallery.com. Photographer Robert Kalman, following the events of Jan. 6, 2021, began traveling across the country asking people that question. Through Oct. 11.

“New York, I Love You.” Beehive, 792 Route 35, Cross River; yellowstudio.com. Exhibition by 14 women and non-binary artists. Painting, works on paper, textiles, and photography.  Organized by Yellow Studio Arts Center. Through Nov. 15.

The Great Jack O’Lanterns Blaze. Van Cortlandt Manor, 525 South Riverside Ave., Croton-on-Hudson; pumpkinblaze.org. Hand-carved pumpkins “blaze” along with light effects, interactive projections, soundscapes and more. Open select evenings by timed admission only, through Nov. 8. 

Take It Or Leave It Shed. Bedford Hills train station, Lot 8, Bedford Hills’ bedford2030.org. Recycle and reuse. From 10 a.m. to noon. Through October.

John Jay Farm Market. Held in downtown Katonah, Lot 2, entrance at Coldwell Banker. Fresh and seasonal fruits and vegetables, seafood, breads, specialty items and more. From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Through Nov. 21.

Pleasantville Farmers Market. Memorial Plaza, Lot 10, Pleasantville; pleasantvillefarmersmarket.org. Year-round farmers market that runs on Saturday mornings and includes cheese and bake stands. From 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Sunday, Oct. 11

St. Mary’s Oktoberfest. Parish Center, 99 Valley Road, Katonah; stmarykatonah.com. Family-friendly event with live music, food, dancers, pony rides and more. From noon to 3 p.m.

Art Opening: Paul Krause. Katonah Village Library, 26 Bedford Road, Katonah; katonahlibrary.org. Architect, sculptor and Katonah resident, Krause transforms sketches into works of steel and wood. From 3 to 4:30 p.m.

“The Marc Black I Know.” Hammond Museum & Japanese Stroll Garden, 28 Deveau Road, North Salem; hammondmuseum.org. Documentary film that follows the journey of the singer, songwriter, performer (and Katonah local) Marc Black; 5:30 p.m.

Bedford Hills Volunteer Fire Department Open House. BHVFD, 332 Bedford Road, Bedford Hills; Family-friendly open house with truck rides, live demonstrations, refreshments and the chance to meet the department’s members. From 1 to 4 p.m.

Mount Kisco Farmers & Maker’s Market. Kirby Plaza, Mount Kisco; mkfarmersmarket.com. Food from local farms, baked goods, prepared foods, live music and more. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Every Sunday through Nov. 22.

Wednesday, Oct. 14

Open Mic Night. Bedford Hills train station, 46 Depot Plaza, Bedford Hills; bedfordny.gov. Local talent is invited to perform music, comedy, poetry, etc.; 7 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 16

Alex Edelman. New York City Center, 131 West 55th St., New York City; nycitycenter.org. Known for his critically celebrated stand-up, Edelman performs his unique blend of observational humor and insightful commentary; 7:30 p.m. Also Oct. 17 and 18.

Benefit Concert for Rural & Migrant Ministry. St. Matthew’s Church, 382 Cantitoe St., Bedford; ruralmigrantministry.org. The concert will feature pianist Cynthia Peterson, soprano Sasha Gutiérrez, harpist Liann Cline, violinists David Fiedler and Dave Restivo, violist Sarah Adams and cellist Seth Jacobs, and will include chamber and solo works. From 7 to 9 p.m.

“You Had To Be There.” Bedford Playhouse, 633 Old Post Road, Bedford; bedfordplayhouse.org. Documentary of the 1972 Toronto production of “Godspell” starring then-unknowns Martin Short, Gilda Radner, Eugene Levy and others; interviews with all the surviving members of the cast. Showtimes to be announced.

Saturday, Oct. 17

Town of Bedford Shredder. 343 Railroad Ave., Bedford Hills.  The company can shred paper, paper clips, rubber bands, staples, and even black clips. They cannot shred 3-ring binders or anything that is non-paper (CDs, tapes, DVDs, hard drives, etc.). From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Backyard Blaze. Katonah Fire Department, 65 Bedford Road, Katonah; katonahfd.org. Firehouse chili, food trucks, beer & wine; 4 p.m.

Lewisboro Oktoberfest. Lewisboro Town Park, 1079 Route 35, South Salem; lewisborony.gov. The Town’s 5th Oktoberfest with Captain Lawrence Brewery, food trucks, face painting, live music, bounce houses, arts & crafts, pumpkins and more. From 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

250th Anniversary Fall Bus Tour. Town Park, 1079 Route 35, South Salem; lewisbororecreation.com. Visit Revolutionary War era places and people of interest from Vista to Goldens Bridge. From 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Also Sunday, Oct. 18.

Oktoberfest Spooktacular. Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Playland Parkway, Rye; friendsofreadwildlifesanctuary.org. Halloween crafts, haunted house, s’mores, activities and more. From 1 to 5:30 p.m. Also Sunday, Oct. 18. 

Howl-O-Ween. Lewisboro Town Park, 1079 Route 35, South Salem; lewisbororecreation.com. For pups and their people: pet parade, costume contest, treats and more. From 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Pound Ridge Repair Café. Conant Hall, 279 Westchester Ave., Pound Ridge; townofpoundridge.gov. Bring your household items — lamps, jewelry, electronics, clocks, knitted items, bicycles and more for repair from volunteers. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Sheep & Wool Festival. Dutchess County Fairgrounds, 6550 Spring Brook Ave., Rhinebeck; sheepandwool.com. Fleece show and sale, workshops, demonstrations, food, craft vendors and more. From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Also Sunday, Oct. 18.

Sunday, Oct. 18

“Exquisite Creatures.” Hudson River Museum, 511 Warburton Ave., Yonkers; hrm.org. Artist and naturalist Christopher Marley uses animal, mineral and plant specimens as his medium, creating three-dimensional compositions that reveal the natural world’s intricate beauty and diversity. Through January.

Las Guaracheras. Jazz on Main, 37 South Moger Ave., Mount Kisco; jazzonmain.com. The Latin jazz sextet performs for Colombian earthquake relief. Their repertoire spans Afro-Caribbean rhythms, as well as music from Colombia’s Pacific region; noon.

Queer Family Hang & Hike. Muscoot Farm, 51 Route 100, Katonah; peekskillpride.org. Farmers market, animals, a gentle hike and more. From 12:30 to 3 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 21

“Mario.” Jacob Burns Film Center, 364 Manville Road, Pleasantville; burnsfilmcenter.org.  Set against the backdrop of Ronald Reagan’s America, the film traces Cuomo’s journey from the son of Italian immigrants to the New York governor who championed government as a force for compassion. Q&A with filmmakers George and Teddy Kunhardt; 7 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 22

“Beautiful: The Carole King Musical.” A.C.T. Theatre, 36 Old Quarry Road, Ridgefield, CT.; actofct.org. The story of the hit-maker. Through Nov. 22.

Friday, Oct. 23

Ladies Bingo. Bedford Hills Community House, 74 Main St., Bedford Hills; bedfordny.gov. Ten rounds of Bingo, prizes, snacks and more. From 7 to 10 p.m.

Michael Wolff. Bedford Playhouse, 633 Old Post Road, Bedford; bedfordplayhouse.org. The renowned jazz pianist, composer, bandleader and writer; 6:30 p.m.

Dar Williams. Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge Road, Ridgefield, CT; ridgefieldplayhouse.org. The pop and folk singer; 8 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 24

Rev Fest 250: Battle of White Plains. Ward Pound Ridge Reservation; rw250.org/revolution-on-the-sound. Battle reenactment, living history, Revolutionary heroes and live performances. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Also Sunday, Oct. 25.

Katonah Art Walk. Katonah Avenue. Live music, art galleries and shops host special events, pop-ups and food trucks. From 3 to 7 p.m.

Trunk or Treat. Bedford Hills train station, 46 Depot Plaza, Bedford Hills; bedfordny.gov. Show your Halloween spirit by decorating your car trunk and handing out candy; 3 p.m.

Aldrich Museum: Sensory Saturday. Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum, 258 Main St., Ridgefield, CT; Program designed for kids 4-12 with developmental disabilities and their family members. From 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Sunday, Oct. 25

Katonahween Parade. Katonah Avenue near Tazza; katonahvis.org. Live music and refreshments. Costumes for people and dogs are encouraged. From 1 to 3 p.m.

Native Seed Event. Bedford Hills Community House, 74 Main St., Bedford Hills; bedfordny.gov. Seed swap, workshops and more. From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Jazz Vespers. Pound Ridge Community Church, 3 Pound Ridge Road, Pound Ridge; poundridgecommunitychurch.org. Samara Joy with Pete Malinverni; 4 p.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 27

Lewisboro Shredder Truck. Lewisboro Town Park, 1079 Route 35, South Salem; lewisborony.gov. Residents are asked to remove all metal clips, fasteners, binders, folders and hard covers and place the papers loosely in a box. From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 30

Costumes & Cocktails. Bedford Playhouse, 633 Old Post Road, Bedford; bedfordplayhouse.org. Hosted by Gianna & Chazz Palminteri. Come in costume and enjoy  music, lite bites, beer, wine and punch; 7 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 31

Kati Sol Quartet. Jazz on Main, 37 South Moger Ave., Mount Kisco; jazzonmain.com. A “bewitching” night of jazz; 7 p.m.

COMING SOON

Thursday, Nov. 5

“The American Soldier.” Caramoor, 149 Girdle Ridge Road, Katonah; endeavorth.org. Endeavor Therapeutic Horsemanship sponsors this one-man performance that reveals American soldiers’ struggles in war and the bravery of veterans and their families; 7 p.m.

Friday, Nov. 6

Muscoot Owl Prowl. Muscoot Farm, 51 Route 100, Katonah; sawmillriveraudubon.org. A short talk followed by a walk through Muscoot’s fields to listen and look for owls; 6 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 7

Westchester Book Festival. The 2nd annual festival celebrates books, writers and readers. Events will take place at the Katonah Village Library, The Reading Room and venues around Katonah Avenue. From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tickets now on sale at westchesterbookfest.org. 

Friday, Nov. 13

Puzzle Palooza. Bedford Hills Community House, 74 Main St., Bedford Hills; bedfordny.gov. Family-friendly competition. From 6 to 8 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 14

Lewisboro New Neighbor Fall Social. Fox Valley Park Pavilion. 4 Indian Hill Road, Katonah; lewisborony.gov. New residents (2 years or less) are invited to meet your neighbors and local officials, enjoy hot chocolate, doughnuts and more. From 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. 

Thursday, Nov. 19

Stevie Wonder. Madison Square Garden, 4 Pennsylvania, Plaza, NYC, NY; msg.com. The legend will perform from “Songs in the Key of Life”; 8 p.m.

Terry Gross in Conversation: Paul McCartney. The Town Hall, 123 West 43rd St., NYC; whyy.org/events. The one and only Gross interviews the one and only McCartney; 6:30 p.m.

LIBRARIES 

Bedford Free Library. 32 Village Green, Bedford; bedfordfreelibrary.org.

Bedford Hills Free Library. 26 Main St., Bedford Hills; bedfordhillsfreelibrary.org.

Katonah Village Library. 26 Bedford Road, Katonah; katonahlibrary.org.

Lewisboro Library. 15 Main St., South Salem; lewisborolibrary.org.

Pound Ridge Library. 271 Westchester Ave., Pound Ridge; poundridgelibrary.org.

Mount Kisco Public Library. 100 East Main St., Mount Kisco; mountkiscolibrary.org.

PARKS

Croton Gorge Park. 35 Yorktown Road, Croton-on-Hudson; parks.westchestergov.com. The 97-acre park at the base of the New Croton Dam is open seven days a week, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Croton Point Park. 1 Croton Point Ave., Croton-on-Hudson; parks.westchestergov.com. The 508-acre park situated on a peninsula on the east shore of the Hudson River is open seven days a week, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

John Jay Homestead. 400 Jay St., Katonah; johnjayhomestead.org. Visitors may explore the 62-acre park and seven gardens. Open daily, sunrise to sunset.

Teatown Lake Reservation. 1600 Spring Valley Road, Ossining; teatown.org. The trails on the 1,000-acre nature preserve and education center are open daily, dawn to dusk. Dogs on leash are allowed.

Ward Pound Ridge Reservation. 6 Reservation Road, Cross River; friendsoftrailside.org. The 4,315-acre park has varied terrain with miles of wooded trails. The Trailside Nature Museum is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesdays-Saturdays.

Westmoreland Sanctuary. 260 Chestnut Ridge Road, Mount Kisco; westmorelandsanctuary.org. A 640-acre nature preserve with 7.5 miles of hiking trails. The preserve and Nature Center are free and open to the public seven days a week.