Community Corner
CORNucopia; Hiking
Take a look at some of the local happenings this Labor Day Weekend.
Check out some of the local events happening in the Pleasantville and Briarcliff Manor area this Labor Day Weekend:
CORNucopia
Where/When: Philipsburg Manor (Sleepy Hollow) on Saturday, Aug. 31 through Monday, Sept. 2, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Why go: The Historic Hudson Valley has put together its first-ever corn festival, which will features a husking contest, a "maize maze" and corn cooking demos on the farm. Tickets are available online in advance or by calling 631-8200.
Pricing: $14 adults, $12 seniors, $8 children three to 17; free for members
Pleasantville Farmers' Market
Where/When: Memorial Plaza on Saturday, Aug. 31 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.Why go: Farmers Market nutritionist Marina Stopler will be on-hand this week from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. this Saturday to take all about the nutrition involved in preserved and canned foods. Also on tap, country music duo David Kraai and Amy Laber will be performing from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Pricing: Free to browse
What About Bob?
Where/When: Jacob Burns Film Center on Saturday, Aug. 31 and Sunday, Sept. 1 at 12 p.m.Why go: JBFC's Movies for Kids (and their Families) series continues with the 1991 Frank Oz Film What About Bob?, starring Bill Murray. The 99-minute film is rated PG and is 99-minutes-long. Buy tickets in advance here.
Pricing: $12 nonmember adult, $7.50 nonmember child, $9 nonmember students
Hike the Overlook Trail
Where/When: Teatown Lake Reservation on Saturday, Aug. 31 at 10 a.m.Why go: A "moderate" level hike, the Overlook Trail is a popular Hudson Valley destination. This Saturday, look for box turtles and snakes in the blueberry meadow during a guided hike. Call 762-2912 ext. 110 to reserve a spot.
Pricing: $5 nonmembers
Playland's Final Days
Where/When: Rye Playland through Monday, Sept. 2Why go: Rye Playland's summer season is coming to an end with a final fireworks display Friday, Aug. 30 at 9:15 p.m. The rides shut down after Monday, so it's the last weekend to enjoy the local attraction. Playland is offering $15 night specials, including fireworks, leading up to the closing. Get more information at ryeplayland.org.
Pricing: Varies
Sing along with Raging Grannies
Where/When: 343 Broadway in Dobbs Ferry on Sunday, Sept. 1 at 10 a.m.Why go: Raging Grannies WOWW are celebrating women this weekend with a special service and poetry reading. Everyone is welcome, as this church’s website says: "members and non-members, Christians and non-Christians, believers and doubters."
Pricing: Free
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