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Jay Estate

<img src="https://jayheritagecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Balloon-300x200.jpg">Jay Day is our classic fall family festival held annually at the 23-acre award-winning Jay Estate with offerings for everyone! Join us on Sunday, October 25 from 11am - 3pm. New this year in honor of the Montgolfier Brothers invention of the hot-air balloon in 1783 - you guessed it - learn all about the thermodynamics of these beautiful aircrafts from <a href="https://www.libertyballoon.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Liberty Balloon Company</a>. Enjoy outdoor activities and old-fashioned entertainment as we commemorate America 250 with a very special chance to see authentic centuries-old artifacts of the Revolutionary War at the historic first home of patriot and peacemaker John Jay. <a href="https://youtu.be/1-5rBwbfv08?si=7Y61Jf0fiNcaNAr2" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Watch a video from last year's festival here.&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;
<a href="https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/b5a7d988-48ca-4a56-bb9b-28da36e2bc0e" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">REGISTER HERE TO AVOID THE LINES.</a>
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FAMILY ACTIVITIES
* Silhouette artist <a href="https://www.sweet-silhouette.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Varin Acevado</a> will create heirloom portraits. * Stilt walkers &amp; jugglers ensure super photo ops for the whole family! * Professional facepainters from <a href="https://www.jamesdaniel.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">James Daniel Entertainment </a>will create butterflies and dragons with deft dabs of paint and glitter! * Join the <a href="https://www.ryetroop2.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Rye Boy Scouts Troop 2</a> for boat racing in the reflecting pool * Create your own take-home origami animals with talented volunteers from our Japanese community partners in Harrison. * Try your hand at special geocaching activities in honor of America at 250 highlighting John Jay's role as spymaster during the Revolutionary War. * Make a self-portrait with artist <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ellenjingxu/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Jing (Ellen) Xu </a>and ColorWorld. * Learn about robotics and STEAM with <a href="https://www.makeinspires.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">MakeInspires.</a> * Don't miss the rocket show with <a href="https://newyorkcity.madscience.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Mad Science!</a> * Pony rides and the petting zoo are family favorites!

ALL AGES
* Self-guided tours of<a href="https://parks.ny.gov/history/rev-war?utm_campaign=NYSOGS+Parks-RevWar250&amp;utm_source=Google&amp;utm_medium=Search&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=23972741403&amp;gbraid=0AAAABD-CRbX_77SLGE4f5AlYAwtMckwIS&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwlsfWBhD4ARIsACL7p1GnNW59-3sZb1eG8wDrPXmniU0OpY52GakfKQTDy-DZfXtRno0_JBwaAnZYEALw_wcB" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> Revisit the Revolution Exhibit</a> at the Jay Mansion. * Self-guided tours of the award-winning Jay Estate Gardens (2022 NYS Nonprofit Excellence, 2023 ICAA Landscape Design, 2026 GCA Historic Preservation). * Nibble on savories from food trucks and local favorites like Cousins Lobster Roll, Jimmy's Soft Serve, Crazy Taco Mex, Food Truck Refinery, Westchester Burger and Mangones Market. * LIVE Music from <a href="https://www.brooklynbluegrass.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Brooklyn Bluegrass Collective</a>. * Horse-drawn Carriage Rides by Pelham Bit Carriages. * Shop for the holidays early or for any occasion - explore gorgeous jewelry, sweaters, fine art photographs, handcrafted Japanese pottery from <a href="https://nslifestyles.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">NS Lifestyles</a>, <a href="https://shopthebeehive.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Beehive</a>, <a href="https://www.crichlowfineart.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Crichlow Fine Art</a>, <a href="https://hirokosceramics.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Hiroko's Ceramics</a> and many more bespoke offerings from our vendors * Learn about 10,000 years of archaeology beneath our feet with Dr. Eugene Boesch.
More activities being added every day! Admission is $50 per family and $20 individual.
Thank you to our Jay Day Co-Chairs Lindsay Bello Martin, Claire Weschler, Jennifer Soliman and Julia Thalhammer and 2026 RCDS Community Engagement Fellow Ellora Shah.&nbsp;
More volunteers welcome! Contact us at <a href="mailto:jayheritagecenter@gmail.com">jayheritagecenter@gmail.com</a> to sign up for a shift.
The Jay Heritage Center (JHC) is a dynamic nonprofit which manages the Jay Estate in Rye, New York. The 23-acre park that they have preserved and interpreted since 1992 is an award-winning culture hub and wildlife refuge on Long Island Sound. Located in the heart of Westchester’s only National Historic Landmark District, the site welcomes visitors April through November to learn about our nation’s flawed yet precious democracy through indoor and outdoor public programs. Offerings about American History feature prominent writers and educators. Free horticulture and birding workshops teach guests about native plants and wildlife. Family-friendly concerts draw hundreds for old-fashioned fun and unplugged enjoyment. The site is a member of NY State's Path Through History and Westchester County's African American Heritage Trail. Sign up to volunteer or access all they offer at <a href="https://jayheritagecenter.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.jayheritagecenter.org</a>
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<h2>Joseph Haydn Te Deum in C Lord Nelson Mass</h2>
Sunday, October 25, 2026 at 4 PM Hitchcock Presbyterian Church, Scarsdale
Dr. John T. King, Conductor Amanda Batista, Soprano Lindsay Martin, Mezzo-Soprano Jonghyun Park, Tenor Lonwabo, Mose, Bass-Baritone
Kick off the 33rd season with the New Choral Society featuring this pair of beloved choral masterworks.
Ms. Mose appears by kind permission of the Lindemann Young Artist Development Program of the Metropolitan Opera
Tickets at <a href="https://www.newchoralsociety.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.newchoralsociety.org</a>If you are unable to join us in person, you can purchase a virtual ticket&nbsp;<a href="https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=333592" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>to stream the concert starting the weekend following the concert.

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Sarah Lawrence College

Close out Breast Cancer Awareness Month with an afternoon of conversation, tea, and writing. Narrative Medicine at Sarah Lawrence College welcomes journalist and author Lizzie Stark for an author talk and writing workshop.
We'll start with a conversation about Pandora's DNA, Lizzie's book tracing the breast cancer genes through history, science, and her own family tree after she learned she carries a BRCA1 mutation. We'll also talk about Egg: A Dozen Ovatures, her essays on the surprising relationships between humans and eggs, and her TEDx talk on the patient experience. After afternoon tea and a book signing, Lizzie will guide us through a writing prompt of our own.


<h4>The afternoon:</h4>
<ol><li>The Conversation: an interview and audience Q&amp;A</li><li>Afternoon Tea &amp; Book Signing: sandwiches, scones, and more</li><li>The Workshop: a guided writing prompt</li><li>Closing Discussion</li></ol>
Each ticket includes afternoon tea, plus a souvenir pen and a Leuchtturm1917 notebook for the workshop. The book signing is in collaboration with Periwinkle Books in Bronxville.Presented by the <a href="https://www.sarahlawrence.edu/genomics-institute/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Institute for Genomics</a> and the <a href="https://www.sarahlawrence.edu/writing-institute/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Writing Institute</a> at Sarah Lawrence College.<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/beyond-the-diagnosis-the-story-a-narrative-medicine-workshop-registration-2002757339114?aff=igsocials" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Register to attend</a>

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Actors Conservatory Theatre presents Come From Away – November 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 15
Come From Away is based on the true story of September 11, 2001 when 38 planes, carrying thousands of people from around the globe, were diverted to the isolated community of Gander, Newfoundland.Undaunted by culture clashes and language barriers, the people of Gander cheered the stranded travelers with music, an open bar and the recognition that we’re all part of a global family.Come From Away is a critically acclaimed musical featuring a culturally relevant script accompanied by a deeply moving score by Irene Sankoff and David Hein. 
Come From Away is presented under the direction Armand Paganelli, music direction of Stephen Ferri, and choreography of Janice Paganelli.Featuring: Jennie Berkson, Katie Luekens Chan Chee, Tom Coppola, Laura Donaldson-Inzeo, Bria Hydrick-Briggins, Larry Johnson, Anthony Malchar, Megan Otteni, Steven Rydell, Russ Sirico, Bryan Stenson, Michelle VanNess.
Performances will be held at Christ Church, 18 Kensington Rd., Bronxville, NY 
 
Friday, November 6, 7:30 pm
Saturday, November 7, 7:30 pm
Sunday, November 8, 2:00 pm
Thursday, November 12, 7:30 pm
Friday, November 13, 7:30 pm
Saturday, November 14, 7:30 pm
Sunday, November 15, 2:00 pm
Tickets are $32 for adults, $29 for seniors, students, veterans and first responders.To purchase tickets, please visit our website:<a href="https://www.actshows.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.actshows.org</a>
Group sales are available.
About Actors Conservatory Theatre
Actors Conservatory Theatre (ACT) is a non-profit Westchester-based theatre company, voted Best of Westchester in 2018, 2019 and 2020. Founded in 1975, ACT is one of the oldest community theatre organizations in Westchester. ACT has presented over 140 mainstage productions, including classic and lesser-known musicals, comedies, and dramas. Each year, ACT’s Junior Troupe provides students in grades 5 through 12 the opportunity to perform in a musical production. ACT dedicates its full attention to these shows with our experienced creative team, including director, choreographer, musicians, designers and technicians. We welcome all children at no tuition cost to them or their families. ACT features original works in its ACT Presents…Original Works program.ACT has also conducted numerous acting workshops for children, beginner actors and experienced performers. Many, in part thanks to ACT, have gone on to successful careers in TV, film and theater.

Local Event: Actors Conservatory Theatre presents Come From Away!

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Actors Conservatory Theatre presents Come From Away – November 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 15
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Actors Conservatory Theatre presents Come From Away!

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