12 Don't-Miss Events in Westchester Parks July 7-9

Looking for something to do this weekend? There are a lot of fun things going on at Westchester parks.

Friday, July 7
Kensico Dam Plaza, One Bronx River Parkway, Valhalla – (914) 231-4033
Entergy Screenings under the Stars: “The Secret Life of Pets” (PG-2016) – 6 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Bring a picnic and chairs and a blanket for entertainment and a great family movie. Entertainment at 6 p.m., movie at dusk.

Saxon Woods Pool, 1800 Mamaroneck Avenue, White Plains – (914) 995-4480
Aqua Zumba Class Begins – 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.
A challenging workout combining Zumba with water resistance. Six sessions for $75. Register online at parks.westchestergov.com.

Lasdon Park, Arboretum and Veterans Memorial, Route 35, Somers – (914) 864-7268
Music in the Park – 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
The McLean Ave. Band performs bluegrass. Bring a picnic or purchase food and beverages. Admission $10 per person. Info at LasdonPark.org.

Playland Park, Playland Parkway, Rye – (914) 813-7010
Friday Night Fireworks – 9:15 p.m. – 9:45 p.m.
Spectacular fireworks every Friday through Sept. 1.


Saturday, July 8
Muscoot Farm, Route 100, Somers – (914) 864-7282
Morning Farm Chores – 8 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Do you have what it takes to be a farmer? Find out during a hands-on experience with caring for the animals. Fee and registration required at (914) 864-7286.

Tibbetts Brook Pool, Midland Avenue, Yonkers – (914) 231-2865
Aqua Zumba Class Begins – 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
A challenging workout combining Zumba with water resistance. Six sessions for $75. Register online at parks.westchestergov.com.

Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary, Playland Parkway, Rye – (914) 967-8720
How to Think Like a Tracker – 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Learn how to look for clues and animal tracks in the nearby fields and forest. For ages 12 and up.

Marshlands Conservancy, Route 1 (Boston Post Road), Rye – (914) 835-4466
Volunteer Work Project: Clearing Parsons Island of Tidal Debris – 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Bring work gloves; hand tools provided. Great for service credit hours.

Saturday and Sunday, July 8 and 9
Muscoot Farm, Route 100, Somers – (914) 864-7282
Art Show on Exhibit – Noon – 4 p.m.
Works by local artist Michelle Nicolosi on view in the Main House Gallery weekends through July 30.

Sunday, July 9
Muscoot Farm, Route 100, Somers – (914) 864-7282
Farmers Market – 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
More than 20 vendors offer fresh produce and local food products every Sunday through October. Vendors at muscootfarm.org.
-and-
Butterflly Walk – 10 a.m. – noon
A hike to learn all about the many butterflies that call Muscoot home.

Kensico Dam Plaza, One Bronx River Parkway, White Plains – (914) 231-4033
Polish Heritage Festival – Noon – 7 p.m.
Music and entertainment, crafts and food vendors.

More info at parks.westchestergov.com.

PHOTO credit: Stu Bayer