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Coffee in hand, Port Chester? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How Steve Earle's Port Chester benefit will support students with autism.
- When will Gov't Mule rock Port Chester's Capitol Theatre this winter?
- What would new Opportunity Zone status mean for Port Chester's future?
Also on today's calendar: Passport Pour: An Italy vs. France vs. USA Tasting and 15 more events.
Today's riddle: Who's in favor of bringing back Roman Numerals? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: Rather cloudy and breezy, with a high of 69 and low of 56 degrees.
- Saturday: A little rain; windy, cooler, temps: high: 62, low: 56.
- Sunday: Cloudy, a little rain; windy, with a high of 63 and low of 58 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Steve Earle Confirms John Henry's Friends Benefit Details (relix.com) — Port Chester's Capitol Theatre will host Steve Earle's 12th annual John Henry's Friends Benefit on Friday, December 11, featuring The Waterboys' Fisherman's Blues Revue in its only North American performance. All net proceeds support The Keswell School, which serves students with autism, making this a high-profile night of music and local philanthropy.
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• Gov't Mule Will Return to The Cap During Their New Year's Run (relix.com) — Port Chester's Capitol Theatre will host Gov't Mule for two New Year's run shows on December 28 and 29, giving local fans a rare chance to see the band close to home. The group will then take their thematic New Year's Eve celebration to Boston, breaking from their usual Beacon Theatre tradition in Manhattan.
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• New York Opportunity Zones Shrink as Sept. 28 Deadline Nears (credaily.com) — Port Chester is among the Westchester suburbs that could be designated in New York's newly revised federal Opportunity Zone map, which the state must submit by September 28. If selected, the area could attract more long-term investment for housing and development, though success will depend on local zoning, infrastructure, and municipal support.
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📸 Around Port Chester
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Port Chester
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★ Featured events ★
- Passport Pour: An Italy vs. France vs. USA Tasting →
Zachys Wine & Liquor, 30 Midland Ave, Port Chester
1:00 pm - Fly Fishing Fundamentals Class →
The Compleat Angler, 319 Post Rd, Darien
2:30 pm - An Evening with Liz Diller →
199 Elm Street, New Canaan, CT 06840,
4:00 pm - Zachys x Felice: An Exciting Tuscan Dinner & Wine Tasting! →
Felice Port Chester, 55 Abendroth Ave, Port Chester
6:30 pm - "Oktoberfest" Fall Celebration! at Christ Church Greenwich →
254 E Putnam Ave, Greenwich
6:30 pm - Author Talk & Book Signing with Greenwich Local Courtney Maum, "Alan Opts Out" →
Christ Church Greenwich, 254 E Putnam Ave, Greenwich
6:30 pm - Courage & Faith Presents: Author Talk with Kevin Roose, NYTimes Tech Tech Columnist →
Christ Church Greenwich, 254 E Putnam Ave, Greenwich
6:30 pm - GHS Cheer to host Gameday Experience for Youth Night on Oct. 23rd! →
Greenwich High School, 10 Hillside Rd, Greenwich
4:30 pm - Neighbor to Neighbor and Dogwood Books present: "TODD TALKS TONY" →
254 E Putnam Ave, Greenwich
6:00 pm
Saturday September 26
Tuesday September 29
Friday October 2
Tuesday October 6
Friday October 9
Friday October 23
Friday November 20
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Other local events
- Karaoke & Mocktails at the Library! →
Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library, 1 Haseco Ave, Port Chester
10:00 am - Greatest Changes in Western Art →
Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library, 1 Haseco Ave, Port Chester
1:30 pm - Teen Art Hour (Ages 11-18) →
Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library, 1 Haseco Ave, Port Chester
3:30 pm - Planning for Retirement? Get the Facts About Social Security and Taxes! →
Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library, 1 Haseco Ave, Port Chester
6:00 pm - Music Fun with Mr. Kurt →
Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library, 1 Haseco Ave, Port Chester
10:00 am - Music Fun with Mr. Kurt →
Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library, 1 Haseco Ave, Port Chester
10:00 am - LIVE MUSIC: The Happy Hour Band →
Garcia's, 145 Westchester Ave, Port Chester
7:00 pm - 2026 Town of Rye Car Show →
Crawford Park, 122 N Ridge St, Rye Brook
8:00 am - Card Making Workshop for Adults and Teens →
Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library, 1 Haseco Ave, Port Chester
6:00 pm
Tuesday September 29
Thursday October 1
Saturday October 3
Sunday October 4
Tuesday October 6
📣 Port Chester Shout Outs!
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Thank you 👏👏👏 to these businesses for making Port Chester PatchAM possible:
- Westchester Gentle Dentistry — (914) 289-0672
- Sustainable Westchester — (914) 242-4725
- The Glass House Historic Museum and Cultural Site — (203) 594-9884
- Bella Mae Plastic Surgery — (203) 336-9862
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Can anyone recommend a good house cleaner.
Just moved into to a new apartment and need help unpacking and organizing along with a cleaning. It's mostly organizing cloths, toys, and house hold… (Nextdoor Lyon Park)
- Troon posted a job opening for Bartender/Server Restaurant/Banquets in Rye. Apply here.
- Lions Water Adventure posted a job opening for Lifeguard (Summer Season) in New Rochelle. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Port Chester here.
🗞 Nearby News
Rye Brook
- 'Classic' $1.395M Rye Brook Colonial Hits The Market (patch.com)
Rye
- Councilmember Jensen Discusses Rye's Future Issues (myrye.com)
- Rye GOP Taps Bill Henderson as Chair, With Eye on 2027 City Council Elections (ryerecord.com)
- RCDS Presents Development Plans to Rye City Council (myrye.com)
Ok Port Chester! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I for 1. (Thank you Bill L. for sending it in!)
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