Get Out: Easter Goodness, Poetry and Beatles Tribute

With the end of the spring break vacation and Passover and Easter this week, it's a quiet weekend in our area. But if you're here and looking for some things to do with the family, we've found some outings within a short driving distance that we're sure you'll enjoy.

Where/When: The Academic Arts Theatre at Westchester Community College (75 Grasslands Rd. in Valhalla) on Saturday, April 23 at 8 p.m.

Why Go: Organizers say this is an "interactive" concert, where the audience is responsible for choosing the playlist for the night.

Pricing: $20 general admission; $18 students/seniors/fac-staff; $13 children under 13

Where/When: on Saturday April 23 from 9 a.m.—1 p.m.

Why Go: The market offers plenty of fresh food options to cook up a delectable Easter meal. And this week, from 10 a.m. to noon, Community Markets' Chef Karen will be hosting a cooking demo and tasting for market patrons.

Pricing: Free to browse

Where/When: of Pleasantville on Sunday, April 24 at 10 a.m.

Why Go: Celebrate Easter with your neighbors and music for the holiday. After the worship, there will be Easter crafts for younger kids and an outdoor Egg Hunt for all.

Pricing: Free

 
Where/When: 's Claudia Boettcher Theater (49 Clinton Ave. in Dobbs Ferry) on Saturday, April 23 from 1—5 p.m.
 
Why Go: The Hudson Valley Writers’ Center and The Master's School are sponsoring this first annual event. Best for high school students and adults. Event will feature poetry readings and workshops. For more information, email Judy Murphy at judy.murphy@mastersny.org or call 914-479-6419.
 
Pricing: Free

Where/When: on Saturday, April 23 from 9 a.m.—3 p.m.

Why Go: What better way to give back for the holidays than giving the gift of life? The New York Blood Center suggests eating well before coming to donate. Walk-ins are welcome, or call 800-933-2566 to make an appointment.

Cost: Free

Arin Gornstein contibuted to this story.