Don’t Miss: Fiesta Navideña; Christmas Bird Count; The Nutcracker

If you have some time to spare in between your last minute shopping, here are a handful of interesting events in the area that could be worth a look:

1. How many turtle doves? Celebrate nature this holiday season at the Teatown Lake Reservation in Ossinging by helping its educators in this important census to count wintering birds. The information gathered is compiled and sent to National Audubon, which uses the information to monitor trends in populations and other conservation issues that impact avian health. Dress for the weather and wear hiking boots. Free. Programs fill quickly so registration is strongly recommended. Call 914-762-2912 x110 to reserve. Click here for more information. 

2. Fiesta Navideña in Greenburgh: Celebrate the joys of the holiday season with a fabulous concert by Mariachi Sol Mixteco on Sunday, Dec. 22 at 2 p.m. in the Greenburgh Public Library. For more details, click here. 

3. Mrs. Green’s Natural Market Launch: Celebrate the launch of Mrs. Green’s Natural Market in Tarrytown NY. The Preview Party on Thursday, Dec 19 at 6:30 p.m. will kick-off four days of winter wonderland style celebration with Family Activities, Live Music, Tasty Samplings and Auction Funds Benefiting Riverkeeper. For more details, click here. 

4. A Westchester Nutcracker: Feeling like seeing a local rendition of the holiday favorite “The Nutcracker”? The Westchester Ballet Company will be performing it Friday, Saturday and Sunday. For more information on show times and tickets, click here. 

5. Toys & Music in Mount Kisco: In support of The Abbott House, MTK Tavern in downtown Mount Kisco is hosting a Toy Drive on Friday, Dec. 20 at 8:30 p.m.  With several New York locations, Abbott House has provided comprehensive and caring services for abused for 50 years, neglected and abandoned children and their families, as well as for developmentally disabled children and adults. For more information, click here.